Which of the Following Explains Why Incumbents Can Still Lose

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following explains why incumbents can still lose in spite of the incumbency advantage?

• A)Incumbents have a long record of casework.
• B)The importance and popularity of party labels changes.
• C)Incumbents are too focused on the needs of constituents.
• D)Reductions in the size of the House often force incumbents to run against each other.

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