What is the unique system used in U.S. presidential elections?

Electoral College

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Laura Maguire
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Electoral College
Popular Vote System
Parliamentary System
Direct Democracy
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How does the Electoral College affect the outcome of U.S. presidential elections?
It allows a candidate to win without the popular vote
It ensures the candidate with the most votes always wins
It eliminates the influence of smaller states
It simplifies the election process
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens when people vote for president in the U.S.?
They vote for a slate of electors pledged to their candidate
They directly vote for the president
They vote for the vice president
They vote for members of Congress
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why can a candidate win the presidency without winning the popular vote?
The Electoral College gives more weight to smaller states
The popular vote is not counted
The candidate with the most money wins
The election is decided by Congress
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the Electoral College system value in U.S. presidential elections?
Both population and state representation
Only the popular vote
Only the number of states won
The candidate's campaign strategy
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