“House Chooses Jefferson”

“Corrupt Bargain? Clay Sides with Adams”

“Bush Wins Florida—Wins Election”

Which is the most accurate conclusion that can

be drawn from these headlines?

(1) Candidates who make promises they cannot

keep are seldom elected.

(2) Congress has had no role in deciding close

elections in United States history.

(3) Democratic candidates have won most

disputed elections in the last 100 years.

(4) Several controversial elections have occurred

in United States history.