Question

Which part/phrase/sentence in the passage hints at information that goes against the criteria necessary to become a US Senator?

a. Living in the United States for the past eight years
b. Residing in Florida since coming to the United States
c. Earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology
d. Participating in various sports activities during high school and college years

Answer 1

The phrase 'Living in the United States for the past eight years' goes against the requirement of being a citizen for at least nine years necessary to become a US Senator.

Step-by-step explanation:

The criteria necessary to become a US Senator include being at least thirty years old, being a citizen for at least nine years, and being an inhabitant of the state you will represent at the time of election. None of the options provided directly suggests that the candidate fails to meet these criteria. However, options a, b, c, and d do not contain any information that directly affirms the individual fulfills the age, citizenship duration, and state residency requirements to become a Senator. For instance, 'Living in the United States for the past eight years' implies that the individual does not meet the requirement of being a citizen for at least nine years.