Which of the Following Explains Why Parties Form

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following explains why parties form?

• A)to adhere to the mandate of Article IV of the Constitution
• B)to confuse voters and thereby win their support
• C)to resolve collective action problems
• D)to weaken the link between elections and governing
• E)to seek the collective good of the country

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