A representative who votes in accordance with the wishes of his or her constituency is acting as a(n) __________, while one who pursues the best national interest, regardless of public opinion in his or her constituency, is acting as a(n) __________.

A. ?trustee; instructed delegate
B. instructed ?delegate; trustee
C. ?trustee; ombudsperson
D. ?instructed delegate; ombudsperson
E. ?ombudsperson; trustee


Answer: B

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