Which statement best explains why Florida and New York have the same number of electoral votes?Click here for long descriptionA.They have been states for approximately the same amount of time.B.The popular vote in each state was very similar in 2012.C.They are both swing states.D.Their population sizes are similar.

Why do some states have more Representatives than other states?*state populations are differentsome states are wealthiersome states are larger in sizemore citizens vote in some states

Question 2 of 10Which reason best describes why presidential candidates campaign heavily in swing states?A.Because these states have the largest populations of votersB.Because these states have the most electoral votesC.Because these states are the only ones with electorsD.Because no one candidate is certain to win the popular vote thereSUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

How does the popular vote differ from the electoral vote during a presidential election?A.The popular vote measures the total number of voters supporting a candidate.B.The popular vote is determined by the Electoral College rather than voters.C.The popular vote applies during the general election rather than the primaries.D.The popular vote represents the total number of states a candidate won.

What is one major similarity between state and federal elections?A.Both are used to select leaders to represent single districts and entire states.B.Both select electors for the Electoral College rather than having voters directly elect leaders.C.Both are administered by employees of the Federal Election Commission to prevent fraud.D.Both are funded entirely with public money and candidates' personal spending.

How do state and local elections compare to national elections?A.Fewer citizens vote in state and local elections.B.More citizens vote in state and local elections.C.Voter turnout in state and local elections has increased more than in national elections.D.Voter turnout in all elections has remained the same.