What is the total number of representatives in the House of Representatives?

The total number of representatives in the House of Representatives is 435. This number has been established since the Reapportionment Act of 1929, which set the maximum number of representatives at that figure. The House is designed to reflect the population of the states, with seats allocated based on the decennial census, but the total remains fixed at 435.

Though options like 200, 300, or 100 are lower figures, they do not represent the current composition of the House. The concept of representation in Congress is based on population size and growth, but the cap of 435 representatives ensures a manageable size for legislative processes. This structure allows for better management of legislative duties while still granting appropriate representation across the states based on their populations.