Why Do Election Rules and Their Implementation Matter

question 53

Multiple Choice

Why do election rules and their implementation matter?

• A) There is no legal way to challenge the outcome of an election.
• B) In close races, small changes to rules can change electoral outcomes.
• C) An election must be held a second time if the rules are not followed.
• D) There are different rules that must be used if voter turnout is higher than expected.

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Definitions:

Bill of Rights

The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution guaranteeing essential rights and liberties to Americans.

States

Political entities with a defined territory and government, possessing sovereignty and independence.

State Legislation

Laws and regulations enacted by the legislative bodies of individual states, often varying significantly from one state to another within a federal system.

Actual Malice

The standard required to prove defamation against public figures, involving knowledge of falsity or reckless disregard for the truth.