Question

1. (03.08 lc)

which of the following explains why debates are important for candidates? (5 points)
○ they give candidates the opportunity to talk bad about their opponents.
○ they provide neutral ground for candidates to explain their agendas.
○ they allow candidates to collect more donations as the debate each other.

1. (03.08 mc)

what was the significant ruling of the baker v. carr supreme court case? (5 points)
○ one person’s voting power should have the same value as others.
○ states were prohibited from redistricting without the approval of congress.
○ cases about apportionment could now be heard by the supreme court.

1. (03.08 lc)

which of the following is a criticism of the electoral college? (5 points)
○ protects the interest of smaller states
○ forces candidates to win a super-majority
○ undermines citizens’ voting power and the popular vote

Explanation:

Question 6

Debates are not for candidates to slander opponents (first option is incorrect) or collect donations during debate (third option is incorrect). Debates are neutral platforms for candidates to present their plans (agendas), so the second option is correct.

Baker v. Carr established that apportionment cases (about redistricting and voting power equality) are justiciable (the Supreme Court can hear them). The first option is about "one person, one vote" from Reynolds v. Sims, not Baker v. Carr. The second option is incorrect as states can redistrict with court approval. The third option correctly states that apportionment cases can now be heard by the Supreme Court.

"Protects the interest of smaller states" is a benefit, not a criticism. The Electoral College does not force a super - majority (candidates need a majority of electoral votes, not super - majority). A criticism is that it can make the popular vote winner lose (undermines citizens' voting power and popular vote), so the third option is correct.

Answer:

B. They provide neutral ground for candidates to explain their agendas. (Assuming options are labeled A, B, C with A as first, B as second, C as third)

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