Which of the following statements illustrates the impact of the reform era (1900–1920) on US political parties? Reforms strengthened the ability of political parties to hold officeholders accountable.
Reforms limited the power of political parties by reducing the number of government positions they controlled.
Reforms led parties to reduce the influence of party bosses by using nominating conventions to choose their candidates.
Reforms led political parties to reduce voter requirements, making it easier for people to participate in elections.

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claude wants to buy a car and there are a few factors that will affect the decision he makes in choosing what car he should buy. the first factor that can affect his decision regarding what car to buy can be the social and the cultural influence of the society he is living in. for example, there might be a certain car that might have a better value in the eyes of the society or in other words a better social norm regarding that car.

another factor can be personal habits. claude might need a spacious car because he might have kids or might utilize the back seat for other purposes hence a sports car (2 seated) won’t be appropriate.