Question

1. which type of primary allows voters to participate regardless of their party affiliation?

a. closed primary
b. semi - closed primary
c. open primary
d. blanket primary

1. what is the smallest geographical voting unit in most states?

a. district
b. precinct
c. county
d. ward

1. which of the following is an example of automated voting?

a. paper ballots
b. punch cards
c. electronic voting machines
d. mail - in ballots

1. what does \hard money\ refer to in campaign finance?

a. physical currency used for campaign expenses
b. funds raised and spent according to federal limits

Explanation:

1. In an open primary, voters can participate regardless of party affiliation. Closed primaries are only for members of a specific party, semi - closed have some restrictions, and blanket primaries have different rules.
2. The smallest geographical voting unit in most states is the precinct. Districts are larger, cities are administrative areas not necessarily the smallest voting unit, and wards are also larger in some cases.
3. Electronic voting machines are an example of automated voting. Paper ballots, punch cards, and mail - in ballots are not automated in the same sense.
4. In campaign finance, "hard money" refers to funds raised and spent according to federal limits. It is not just physical currency, and donations from individuals are part of campaign financing but not the full definition of hard money.

Answer:

1. c. Open primary
2. b. Precinct
3. c. Electronic voting machines
4. b. Funds raised and spent according to federal limits