Which of the Following Statements About Parties in Congress Is

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about parties in Congress is accurate?

• A) Strong political parties exist in the House, but party is weak in the Senate because there are few members.
• B) Article I of the Constitution dictates the establishment of political parties to make it easier to resolve differences between the chambers.
• C) Party leaders assemble and maintain party coalitions, but they need tools to encourage cooperation, and members have to sacrifice some independence.
• D) Organizational reforms have reduced the pressures on Congress so the parties do not play a very important role any more.

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