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casperchen82

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An incumbent is someone who
 
  A) is trying to throw the opposing party out of office.
  B) lobbies for an interest group.
  C) currently holds office.
  D) reports directly to the president.
  E) has the power to impeach.

Question 2

Since 1950, __________ of all House incumbents running for office have been reelected.
 
  A) approximately 50 percent
  B) approximately 90 percent
  C) 100 percent
  D) less than 50 percent
  E) approximately 80 percent



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B



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