U.S. Presidential Office, Powers, "Hats," election

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What is unique about how the U.S. president is elected?

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The U.S. president is not elected directly by voters.

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How do candidates for president make their candidacy official?

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They must register with the Federal Election Committee (FEC).

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Why are presidential primaries and caucuses held?

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They are part of the process of securing a party's nomination for the general election.

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Which of the following statements about presidential candidates is most accurate?

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The backgrounds of presidential candidates have become more diverse in recent years.

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What is the Electoral College?

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A system set by the Constitution for selecting the president and vice president

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How many electors is each state allowed in the Electoral College?

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the same as the number of senators and representatives it has in Congress

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After a presidential election in November, when does the new president take office?

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the following January 20th odd numbered years

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How many votes in the Electoral College are required for a presidential candidate to secure victory?

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270

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What is a winner-take-all system in a presidential election?

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If a candidate receives the most votes in a state, he or she receives all the state's electors to the Electoral College.

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In the role of commander in chief, the president

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is a civilian.