Asked by Desmond Jones on Apr 24, 2024
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When Hillary Clinton won the plurality of votes in California during the 2016 election,and
California had 53 representatives in the House of Representatives,how many electoral votes
From California did she win?
A) 53
B) 55
C) 62
D) 77
Electoral Votes
Votes cast by members of the Electoral College in the United States, determining the outcome of the presidential election.
Plurality
In elections, a situation where the candidate who polls more votes than any other candidate is the winner, but does not necessarily receive a majority of all votes cast.
Representatives
Elected individuals who act on behalf of others within a legislative body, making decisions and voting on laws.
- Gain an understanding of the function and relevance of the Electoral College during presidential elections.
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Ashley PhillipsMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
California has 55 electoral votes, regardless of the number of representatives it has in the House. Therefore, Hillary Clinton won 55 electoral votes from California.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the function and relevance of the Electoral College during presidential elections.