Which of the following is NOT a reason the United States has a two-party system?

a. The American public strongly supports a two-party system.
b. The United States has experienced few serious political splits stemming from divisive issues such as religion or social conflict.
c. The United States does not allocate its legislative seats proportionally.
d. U.S. laws make it difficult for third parties to get placed on the ballot.
e. The United States has rules that often keep third-party candidates out of debates.


a. The American public strongly supports a two-party system.

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