Question

What is front-loading?

a. the tendency to donate money to the first candidates who enter a presidential race
b. the tendency of major media outlets to call states early in presidential elections
c. the tendency of political parties to nominate a presidential candidate before caucus
d. the tendency of states to choose an early date on the nomination calendar
e. the tendency of voters to use early or absentee voting?

Answer 1

d. the tendency of states to choose an early date on the nomination calendar maybe

Answer 2

I believe the answer is: D. the tendency of states to choose an early date on the nomination calendar

the main purpose of front-loading is to ensure the main actions from the overall plan is finished at the earliest period of the project.
By doing this, they could be more ready in case some unusual circumstances happen (such as disaster or sudden budget cut)