L5 REPRESENTATION

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What is the primary purpose of representation in a democratic system?

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To elect officials to act on behalf of the people.

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What is one of the key factors that influences how representatives vote? Options: The weather on the day of voting., The opinions of their constituents., The number of bills introduced., The popularity of social media.

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The opinions of their constituents.

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How many people do federal legislators typically represent? Options: 100,000 to 300,000, 1,000,000 to 1,500,000, 300,000 to 500,000, 500,000 to 1,000,000

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500,000 to 1,000,000

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What was the total number of bills and resolutions introduced in Congress in 2019?

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8820

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What is a potential downside of the delegate model of representation?

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It may lead to representatives ignoring their own beliefs.

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Which model of representation emphasizes that representatives should strictly follow the wishes of their constituents? Options: Bureaucratic model, Delegate model, Trustee model, Politico model

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Delegate model

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In the context of representation, what does the term 'trustee model' imply?

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Representatives use their own judgment to make decisions.

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Which model of representation is characterized by representatives making decisions based on their own judgment? Options: Trustee model, Politico model, Delegate model, Constituent model

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Trustee model

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In which model of representation do elected officials combine their own judgment with the preferences of their constituents?

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Politico model

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What is the role of political parties in the legislative voting behavior of representatives?

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They influence how representatives vote based on party views.