Card 117 / 123: Which of the following was the most frequent argument used by the Founding Fathers to establish the Electoral College?
A) It would discourage women and free blacks to vote.
B) They were against direct election to the presidency because they feared a tyrant could manipulate public opinion and come to power.
C) A popular vote would create too much confusion among voters.
D) The Electoral College would result in fewer recounts and disputed elections.
E) It would give less power to smaller states.

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