Which of the following events could end a candidate's campaign for his or her party's nomination? a. public interest in a candidate's policies b. putting together a talented and committed organizational staff c. favorable responses from party leaders d. news of a scandal in the candidate's past

D is the correct answer.

A-C are likely to help a candidate as they are running for President.

D is the type of event that would likely cause the electorate to reevaluate the candidate, and depending on the type of scandal, force the candidate to drop out of the race.

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