In general, you would except the platform of a political party to: a. lead to a national convention b. consist of part leaders called planks c. determine the outcome of a general election d. guide the political issues of the party’s candidate.

1. suppose you're an attorney. in a case you're presenting to a federal court, you argue that the person you're defending suffered cruel and unusual punishment. which amendment of the constitution should you cite? a. amendment iv b. amendment viii c. amendment iii d. amendment ix