Question 2 of the AP U.S. Government and Politics free response section is the Quantitative Analysis prompt. This FRQ begins with an information graphic, such as a table, chart, graph, or map. The information graphic will depict some kind of politically relevant data—presidential election results, political affiliations of federal judges, or voter turnout by state, for instance. Consider the following special strategies for the Quantitative Comparison question: Part A: Need to find the 3rd largest tier on Clinton’s pie chart. Part B: Need one similarity or difference, and a conclusion based on this info.
Part C: Need to fully explain two things.
Then, use your plan to write out your response, leaving a minute at the end to complete a brisk proofread. Remember that it is suggested you spend about 20 minutes each on Questions 1, 2, and 3. See the following for a sample high-scoring response and an explanation of its high-scoring features. The third largest proportion of Clinton’s individual contributions total was the tier of $1,000–$1,999. A similarity in the data about individual contributions is that both candidates’ most common donation is the lowest-tier amount, $200 or less. This suggests that both candidates have widespread support among less-wealthy voters. To constitute such a high percentage of the total contributions even though it is the lowest tier, this indicates that many individuals must have contributed to the campaigns. Individual contributions to candidates were capped due to concerns about money having too large of an influence on elections, threatening what is supposed to be a democratic process in which every voter has an equal voice. In an unregulated system, a wealthier candidate with wealthier supporters could overrun the media with political messages, perhaps having such an overwhelming impact on public opinion that the election was essentially purchased by the side with more money at its disposal. To prevent this, Congress passed campaign finance laws; limiting individual contributions perhaps prevents a disproportionate influence by wealthy supporters. These laws thus help equalize contributions among candidates, making elections more fair. Limits help minimize the potential for out-of-control campaigning with essentially limitless money for candidates to spend. Note the following successful elements of this high-scoring response:
Part B (2 points)
One point for drawing a logical possible conclusion based on the similarity or difference.
Part C (2 points)
One point for explaining a possible impact of the cap on elections.
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