Parties First Emerged in the U

question 24

Multiple Choice

Parties first emerged in the U.S. Congress as a rational response to ________.

• A) the provisions of Article VII, Section 4, of the U.S. Constitution
• B) the Elections Act of 1792
• C) coordination problems among like-minded members of Congress that led to unstable coalitions
• D) Congress members' psychological attachments to the Federalist and Antifederalist causes
• E) collective action problems that prevented Congress from obtaining a quorum

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Definitions:

Neuroticism

A personality trait characterized by anxiety, moodiness, worry, envy, and jealousy, considered one of the Big Five personality traits.

Hardiness

A personality trait characterized by resilience and the ability to endure difficult conditions, often associated with a lower perception of stress and more effective coping strategies.

Indirect Health-Related Behaviors

Actions that may not directly aim to improve health but have secondary effects that can influence health outcomes, such as socializing or sleeping habits.

Risk-Taking Behaviors

Actions that involve exposure to danger, uncertainty, or potential harm, but are undertaken for potential benefit or reward.