Question

a group that contributed to the conservative victory in the 1980 presidential election was
republican supporters of jimmy carter.
supporters of the equal rights amendment.
people opposed to increased military spending.
democratic supporters of ronald reagan.

Explanation:

The 1980 presidential election was a conservative victory for Republican Ronald Reagan. Analyzing each option:

1. Jimmy Carter was the Democratic incumbent, so Republican supporters would not back him.
2. The Equal Rights Amendment was a progressive cause, not aligned with conservative goals.
3. Conservatives favored increased military spending, so opponents would not support the conservative victory.
4. Reagan drew cross-party support from conservative Democrats, which helped secure his win.

Answer:

D. Democratic supporters of Ronald Reagan.