The results of the 2000 presidential election were difficult to determine because of
A,Ralph Nader’s third-party candidacy
b.both candidates being baby boomers
c.voting irregularities in the state of Florida
D.he Electoral College votes being evenly split.
my answer is C is it correct
Right, C.
Yes, your answer is correct. The results of the 2000 presidential election were indeed difficult to determine because of voting irregularities in the state of Florida. However, let me explain how to arrive at this answer.
To determine the factors that made the 2000 presidential election results difficult to determine, we should consider each option and evaluate its relevance. Let's go through the options one by one:
A. Ralph Nader's third-party candidacy: While Ralph Nader's candidacy indeed had an impact on the election by drawing votes away from the Democratic candidate, Al Gore, it was not the primary reason that made the results difficult to determine.
B. Both candidates being baby boomers: This option is not relevant to understanding why the results of the 2000 presidential election were difficult to determine. The age demographic of the candidates does not affect the determination of election results.
C. Voting irregularities in the state of Florida: This option is correct. The state of Florida had significant issues during the 2000 presidential election, including controversial ballot designs, difficulties with voting machines, and disputed vote counts. These irregularities led to a legal battle between Al Gore and George W. Bush, prolonging the determination of the election results.
D. The Electoral College votes being evenly split: While the Electoral College votes being evenly split may have brought attention to the close margin of the election, it was not the primary factor that made the results difficult to determine.
In conclusion, your answer C, voting irregularities in the state of Florida, correctly identifies the main reason behind the difficulty in determining the results of the 2000 presidential election.