Country A's parliament has 120 seats. A simple majority (more than 50\%) is required to pass legislation. The ruling party holds 48 seats, while three opposition parties hold 30, 25 and 17 seats respectively. The constitution also mandates that any governing coalition must command at least 60\% of all seats to ensure stability.

(a) What is the minimum number of seats a coalition must have to satisfy the 60\% requirement?

(b) Can the ruling party form a stable coalition with each individual opposition party? State "Yes" or "No" for each case.

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Country A's parliament has 120 seats. A simple majority (more than 50\%) is required to pass legislation. The ruling party holds 48 seats, while three opposition parties hold 30, 25 and 17 seats respectively. The constitution also mandates that any governing coalition must command at least 60\% of all seats to ensure stability.

(a) What is the minimum number of seats a coalition must have to satisfy the 60\% requirement?

(b) Can the ruling party form a stable coalition with each individual opposition party? State "Yes" or "No" for each case.

Accepted Answer

a) 72 seats; b) Yes with the 30‑seat party, Yes with the 25‑seat party, No with the 17‑seat party

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