According to the trustee idea of representation, legislators are __________
a. obligated to follow a strict interpretation of the Constitution
b. obligated to present the views of their constituents
c. obligated to use their own opinions in decision making
d. trusted by their constituents because they are natives of their home districts
Answer: d
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