Asked by Ellen Dalton on Apr 24, 2024
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To win the modern presidency, a candidate must obtain which of the following?
A) A majority of the popular vote
B) A plurality of the popular vote
C) 100 electoral votes
D) 270 electoral votes
E) 538 electoral votes
Modern Presidency
The contemporary role and powers of the President of the United States, encompassing a wide array of responsibilities and public expectations.
Electoral Votes
Votes cast by members of the Electoral College, determining the outcome of elections for President and Vice President in the United States.
Popular Vote
The total number or percentage of votes cast by the general population in an electoral process.
- Understand the role and mechanism of the Electoral College in the context of presidential elections.
Verified Answer
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Sumech Maria D. San Nicolas5 days ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The modern presidency is determined by the Electoral College system. A candidate needs to obtain at least 270 of the 538 electoral votes in order to win the presidency, rather than the majority or plurality of the popular vote.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the role and mechanism of the Electoral College in the context of presidential elections.