CLEAN : Rigging US election easier said than done experts say

CLEAN : Rigging US election easier said than done experts say

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Social Studies, Journalism, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses the improbability of rigging a presidential election due to the vast number of precincts and jurisdictions involved, making a massive conspiracy unlikely. It also highlights the challenges of fixing an election through software manipulation, given the presence of honest officials and robust testing systems. Additionally, it covers the potential for legal challenges and recounts, noting that while the Trump campaign might file lawsuits, courts are likely to uphold existing procedures.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it considered unlikely to rig a presidential election in the U.S.?

Due to the simplicity of the election process

Because of the large number of precincts and jurisdictions involved

Because elections are not monitored

Due to the lack of interest in election outcomes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What would be necessary to successfully tamper with election results?

A single computer expert

A massive organized conspiracy

A change in election laws

A small group of people

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes tampering with election software highly unlikely?

The presence of honest election officials and testing systems

The lack of technology

The absence of software in elections

The simplicity of the software

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legal action can be taken if there are strong indications of election irregularities?

Recounting votes without any evidence

Filing a formal challenge and submitting evidence in court

Changing the election date

Ignoring the results

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are courts likely to respond to lawsuits challenging election results?

By immediately overturning the results

By ignoring the lawsuits

By calling for a new election

By upholding existing procedures