If No Candidate Receives a Majority in a Primary Election

question 54

Multiple Choice

If no candidate receives a majority in a primary election (in states that require it) , what is the next election?

• A) Close primary
• B) Blanket primary
• C) Runoff primary
• D) Preference primary
• E) Caucus

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Definitions:

Milgram Studies

A series of psychological experiments conducted by Stanley Milgram in the 1960s to measure individuals' willingness to obey authority figures, even when instructed to perform actions conflicting with their personal conscience.

Legitimacy

The general belief that a rule, institution, or leader has the right to govern or command.

Authority Figure

An individual who holds power or influence over others, often in a specific context like a workplace, educational setting, or family.

Door-In-The-Face Technique

A persuasive strategy that involves making a large request that is expected to be refused in order to increase the likelihood of compliance with a smaller request.