Question

In general, you expect the platform of a political party to.

A. Lead to a national convention.
B. Guide the political issues of the party's candidate.
C. Consist of party leaders called planks.
D. Determine the outcome of a general election.

Answer 1

In general, you expect the platform of a political party to "B. Guide the political issues of the party's candidate", since a political "platform" is a group of important issues that resonate with the voters being sought after.