Which of the Following Describes a Remarkable Feature of the Election

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes a remarkable feature of the election of 1796?

• A) Congress had to resolve the deadlock in the electoral college.
• B) The winner lost the popular vote.
• C) The winners of the presidency and vice presidency were from different parties.
• D) The winner was a relatively unknown person.

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Definitions:

Western Cultures

Refers to societies typically found in Western Europe and North America, characterized by certain norms, values, and traditions.

Situational Attribution

The act of ascribing an individual's actions to outside or situational causes.

Dispositional Attribution

The tendency to attribute someone's behavior to their personality or inherent traits rather than to situational factors.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological discomfort experienced when holding contradictory beliefs or values, often leading to a change in belief or behavior to reduce discomfort.