Which of the Following Is Consistent with the Mandate Theory

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is consistent with the mandate theory of elections?

• A) the idea that voter turnout is higher when citizens are required to vote and are fined if they fail to do so
• B) the belief that a functional democracy mandates electoral participation by a large number of voters
• C) Mitt Romney's claim that Obama won the 2012 presidential election because he had given gifts to various constituency groups
• D) Barack Obama's claim that his victory in 2012 means that the public wants to raise taxes on the wealthy

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