The electoral system broke down in the election of 1800 because of the

A) use of the national convention as a nominating device.
B) rise of political parties.
C) appearance of a presidential primary.
D) 12th Amendment.


Ans: B) rise of political parties.

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a. an international government organization b. a nongovernmental organization c. a multinational corporation d. a transnational corporation

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Answer:

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Which of the following elements apply to a diplomat living in a foreign state?

a. A diplomat must avoid negotiations with other states. b. A diplomat must receive permission from the foreign state to leave his or her own embassy. c. A diplomat is exempt from the laws of the foreign state. d. A diplomat is exempt from the laws of his own state.

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