Which of the following statements best explain the persistence of the
two-party system in the United States ?
1. Third parties face obstacles to raising large amounts of money.
II. The vast majority of Americans reject the policies supported by third
parties.
III. Third parties have to expend more effort than major parties to get
their candidates on the ballot.
IV. Americans tend to express satisfaction with the choices available to
them under the two-party system.
Select one:
I and III only
II and III only ®
oll and IV only
I and II only