Hamilton's Method and Its Paradoxes

The video tutorial explains Hamilton's Method of Apportionment, a procedure to allocate representatives among states based on population. It covers the historical background, detailed steps, and examples of the method in action. The tutorial also discusses the quota rule and potential paradoxes associated with Hamilton's Method.

What was the initial reaction of Congress and the President to Hamilton's Method?

• It was approved by Congress but vetoed by the President.

• It was never presented to Congress.

• It was rejected by both Congress and the President.

• It was approved by both Congress and the President.

What is the first step in Hamilton's Method?

• Allocate representatives based on state size.

• Determine the standard divisor.

• Calculate the total number of representatives.

• Assign representatives randomly.

How is the quota for each state determined in Hamilton's Method?

• By multiplying the state population by the divisor.

• By dividing the state population by the divisor.

• By adding the state population to the divisor.

• By subtracting the divisor from the state population.

In the first example, which state received the extra seat after initial apportionment?

• State D

• State C

• State B

• State A

What was the divisor used in the first example?

• 6,300

• 8,100

• 7,200

• 5,000

In the second example, how many pieces of candy did Antonio initially receive?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What was the divisor used in the second example?

• 120

• 112

• 110

• 100

What does the quota rule ensure in Hamilton's Method?

• Each state gets at least one representative.

• Each state gets exactly its quota.

• Each state gets more than its quota.

• Each state gets a number of representatives within one of its quota.

Which of the following is NOT a paradox associated with Hamilton's Method?

• Representation Paradox

• Population Paradox

• New States Paradox

• Alabama Paradox

Why might some people prefer other methods over Hamilton's Method?

• It requires too many calculations.

• It is subject to several paradoxes.

• It is not approved by Congress.

• It is too complex to understand.