Yes, Charlie, I skipped a cog there. I knew the figures ended up at 5 and 4 at the end and that was about all.
Thanks for the explanation- I know many of the other states go through similar exercises. Boggles the mind. I now understand the system less than before, which understanding was lower than a Dach's belly anyhoo.
I was hoping also to get an explanation of the Washington state caucus-primary set-up, but I probably would be happier if I remain ignorant.

Maybe I'll watch the Democratic 3-ring circus and maybe not- it looks to be protracted and painful. If it is not handled carefully it could hand the election to McCain.

PLEO- I take it these are what the press calls 'superdelegates.'