Suppose a Candidate for President Has Won Several States And

question 10

Multiple Choice

Suppose a candidate for president has won several states and, according to the most recent poll results, has 260 votes in the Electoral College. Which state does the candidate need to win in order to win the presidency?

• A) Nevada, which has 6 electoral votes.
• B) South Carolina, which has 9 electoral votes.
• C) Wisconsin, which has 10 electoral votes.
• D) Kentucky, which as 8 electoral votes.

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