In Texas, when is a runoff primary required?

A. when the winner of the first primary is disqualified
B. when no candidate receives a majority of votes
C. when there is only a .02 percent difference in total votes for the top two candidates
D. when no candidate receives a plurality of votes


Answer: B

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