When Donald Trump chose Mike Pence as his vice presidential running mate to offset his lack of government experience, he exemplified how many nominees have handled such picks, in that the former Indiana governor:
A) exemplified the vice presidential pick as electoral asset, boosting Trump’s appeal among social conservatives and to voters in the Midwest.
B) clearly balanced the ticket age-wise, given that Pence was 12 years younger than the 70-year-old Trump.
C) had an administrative background, as a past Indiana governor, that would serve the ticket well, since vice presidents have increasingly handled more management duties.
D) was chosen because of his experience in working with lawmakers, something Trump would need to help get legislation through Congress.