Last year, Russell was chosen as a delegate at a precinct convention in Texas. This year, he hopes to be appointed as a delegate at the county convention

However, he understands that being chosen as a delegate at a county convention is more difficult than being chosen as a delegate at a precinct convention. Why?
a. The rules and agenda in county conventions are identical to those in precinct conventions.
b. County conventions are a grassroots level activity whereas precinct conventions are mid-level party meetings.
c. The competition is more intense in county conventions.
d. In county conventions, a convention chair is replaced by the appointed secretary.


Answer: C

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