In the U.S. presidential election system, a candidate can win the popular vote nationwide but still lose the election. This outcome is possible due to the mechanism of the:
✓ Correct Answer: Option C
The Electoral College assigns electoral votes based on state population, and a candidate wins by securing a majority of these electoral votes, not necessarily the nationwide popular vote, leading to this potential outcome.
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