One of the Most Convincing Explanations for the Persistence of the Two-Party

question 53

Multiple Choice

One of the most convincing explanations for the persistence of the two-party system in the United States lies in its use of which of the following?

• A) Single winners chosen by an absolute majority of votes
• B) Multiple winners chosen by a proportional representation of votes
• C) Multiple winners chosen by a simple plurality of votes
• D) Single winners chosen by a proportional representation of votes
• E) Single winners chosen by a simple plurality of votes

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Definitions:

Excused

Released from a duty or obligation, often because of a specific reason or circumstance that justifies the exemption.

Perfect Tender Rule

A legal principle that requires sellers to deliver goods exactly as specified in a contract without deviation.

Conformity

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms or standards.

Conforming Goods

Goods that conform to contract specifications.