Question 4
POST_UTME_LEAD_CITY_UNIVERSITY
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2022
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GOVERNMENT
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objective
The concept of electoral systems is closely related to the idea of democracy. Discuss how different electoral systems can be used to promote democratic values in a society.
Answer Options
A.
First-past-the-post electoral system can be used to promote democratic values by ensuring that the winner of the election is the candidate with the most votes.
Correct Answer
B.
Proportional representation electoral system can be used to promote democratic values by ensuring that the number of seats won by each party is proportional to the number of votes received.
C.
Mixed-member proportional electoral system can be used to promote democratic values by combining elements of both first-past-the-post and proportional representation systems.
D.
Single transferable vote electoral system can be used to promote democratic values by ensuring that voters can rank candidates in order of preference.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
Proportional representation electoral system can be used to promote democratic values by ensuring that the number of seats won by each party is proportional to the number of votes received.
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Post Utme Lead City University
2022
Government
Question 4.
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objective
questions from the
2022
Post Utme Lead City University
Government
examination.