Post Utme Joseph Ayo Babalola University 2022 Government Question 20

Practice objective / multiple choice question 20 from the 2022 Post Utme Joseph Ayo Babalola University Government examination.

Post Utme Joseph Ayo Babalola University 2022 Government Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 20 POST_UTME_JOSEPH_AYO_BABALOLA_UNIVERSITY • 2022 • GOVERNMENT • objective

The concept of electoral systems is central to the study of government and politics. Explain the difference between proportional representation and first-past-the-post electoral systems, and provide examples of how these systems operate in different countries.

Answer Options

Correct Answer A. Proportional representation electoral systems allocate seats in proportion to the number of votes received by each party.
B. First-past-the-post electoral systems allocate seats to the candidate who receives the most votes in each district.
C. Proportional representation electoral systems are used in countries with a strong tradition of democracy.
D. First-past-the-post electoral systems are used in countries with a weak tradition of democracy.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
Proportional representation electoral systems allocate seats in proportion to the number of votes received by each party.

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