Apentix/AP United States Government and Politics/Unit 1: Foundations of American Democracy/Question
AP United States Government and Politicsmediummcq1 pt

A member of Congress votes against a proposed tax increase despite personally believing it would benefit the nation, because a majority of their constituents strongly oppose the increase. Which model of representation does this scenario illustrate?

A.The delegate model
B.The trustee model
C.The politico model
D.The partisan model

Explanation

Core Concept

The delegate model asserts that representatives should act strictly in accordance with the preferences of their constituents, even if it contradicts their own personal judgment.

Correct Answer

AThe delegate model

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