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dakota nelson

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Which of the following arguments has not been raised as a defense of the electoral college?
 
  A) It upholds federalism by giving smaller states more voting weight.
  B) It encourages candidates to campaign on foot and in rural areas.
  C) It reduces the risk of requiring a nationwide recount of votes.
  D) Historically, polls show public opinion in favor of keeping it.
  E) It tends to magnify popular vote victories and further increase the legitimacy of winners.

Question 2

In the 2000 presidential election, after more than a month of ballot counting, recounting, lawsuits, and court decisions, Bush was certified as the winner of Florida's 25 electoral votes by __________ popular votes.
 
  A) 537
  B) 44
  C) 1924
  D) 941
  E) 263


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Melissahxx

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Reply #1 on: Sep 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A


dakota nelson

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Reply 2 on: Sep 3, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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