One of the most convincing explanations for the persistence of the two-party system in the United States lies in its use of
A) single winners chosen by an absolute majority of votes.
B) multiple winners chosen by a proportional representation of votes.
C) multiple winners chosen by a simple plurality of votes.
D) single winners chosen by a proportional representation of votes.
E) single winners chosen by a simple plurality of votes.
E
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A. Yes B. No
Which of the following statements about the powers of Congress as granted by the U.S. Constitution is most accurate?
A. The founders envisioned members of Congress as having a leading role in the new government because they were elected by the people. B. Congress is a unitary body because the House of Representatives and Senate convene under one roof. C. The Connecticut Compromise resulted in Congress becoming a parliamentary body. D. The principal function of Congress is carrying out laws that have been created by the executive branch. E. The enumerated powers of Congress as they apply to the United States are found in Article I, Section 2 of the Constitution.