Which of the following statements about the nomination process is true?

A. Independent candidates often get help from political parties to obtain petitions and gather signatures to appear on ballots.
B. Candidates from the two major parties have fewer requirements to get on ballots than independent or minor-party candidates, in most states.
C. The nomination process is controlled by the Constitution and federal law.
D. For most minor offices, candidates submit petitions to be added to ballots at local courthouses.
E. Political parties require candidates to pay filing fees to run under the party’s name.


Answer: B

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A. Launch coup; Launch coup
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C. Launch coup; Stay out
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