PSAT Writing and Language Question 716: Answer and Explanation

Question: 716

Based on the argument in the passage as a whole and the information in the table, citizens in which state would have the greatest disincentive to abolish the Electoral College?

• A. Alaska
• B. California
• C. Delaware
• D. Ohio

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

(A) According to the data in the table, citizens of Alaska have a greater per capita voice in the Electoral College than do citizens of the other states listed. Since Alaskan citizens have more say under the current system, they would not have a very strong incentive to abolish it.