Why was the Electoral College established as part of the U.S. presidential election process?

A. To ensure that presidential candidates campaign in all states, regardless of their population density.

B. To prevent direct popular vote manipulation and safeguard against the tyranny of the majority.

C. To streamline the election process and reduce the influence of special interest groups.

D. To provide each state with an equal number of electoral votes, regardless of population size.

B. To prevent direct popular vote manipulation and safeguard against the tyranny of the majority.