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R = PB + D - C
This formula is presented within the Alrich reading for this week. This is Downs' famous calculus of voting formula, with modifications by Riker and Ordeshook.
1) Explain each of the formula's terms in your own words.
2) Give one real-world example of the C term.
3) Explain what political parties or individual candidates can do to strategically increase or decrease the C term. Do you see this strategy being used today?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.