In a certain state, the ratio of registered Republicans to registered Democrats is \(3\) to \(2,\) and every registered

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In a certain state, the ratio of registered Republicans to registered Democrats is \(3\) to \(2,\) and every registered voter is either a Republican or a Democrat. If \(80\) percent of the Republicans and \(15\) percent of the Democrats are expected to vote for Candidate \(X,\) and everyone else is expected to vote for Candidate \(Y,\) by what percent is Candidate \(X\) expected to win the election?

A. \(2\%\)
B. \(5\%\)
C. \(8\%\)
D. \(10\%\)
E. \(15\%\)

Answer: C

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