Elections (Civics)

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How does the US elect its president?

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By the Electoral College

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Why do national polls not accurately predict the winner of the presidential election?

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They are based on inaccurate data.

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How are the number of delegates in the Electoral College determined for each state?

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Based on the state's population

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Which state has the highest number of electoral votes? Options: Texas, California, Florida, New York

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California

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Why do swing states receive more attention from presidential candidates?

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They have a history of close election results

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What is the minimum number of electoral votes required for a candidate to win the presidency?

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270

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In the 2016 election, which candidate won the popular vote but lost the presidency?

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Hillary Clinton

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Why was the Electoral College system established?

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To prevent the dominance of large states

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What is the main argument against replacing the Electoral College with a popular vote?

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It would disadvantage small states

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What happens if no presidential candidate receives a majority of the electoral votes?

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The election is decided by the House of Representatives