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How did Americans’ perceptions of the candidates affect the presidential election of 1980?
Many Americans felt that Ronald Reagan lacked leadership skills.
Many Americans viewed President Carter as negative and defeated.
Many Americans viewed President Carter as optimistic and engaged.
Many Americans felt that Ronald Reagan lacked conservative credentials.

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The correct effect was: Many Americans viewed President Carter as negative and defeated. That perception harmed Carter and helped Ronald Reagan, who was seen as optimistic, confident, and a stronger leader — contributing to Reagan’s decisive victory in 1980. The other three statements are false.