Proportional representation - SS1 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
1
What is the proportional representation electoral system?
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A
The candidate with a majority of votes wins
B
The candidate with the most votes wins
C
The number of seats a party wins is proportional to the number of votes it receives
2
What is a potential outcome of the proportional representation electoral system?
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A
Smaller political parties may have representation in the legislature
B
The political party with the most money wins
C
Only two political parties are allowed to run in an election
3
Which type of electoral system commonly results in coalition governments?
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A
Absolute majority
B
Simple majority
C
Proportional representation
4
How is proportional representation done?
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A
Through party lists or single transferable vote systems
B
By allowing voters to rank their preferred candidates
C
By giving each voter multiple votes to cast
5
In which countries is the proportional representation electoral system commonly used?
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A
Countries with presidential systems
B
Countries with parliamentary systems
C
Countries with a dictatorship
6
What is the potential benefit of the proportional representation electoral system?
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7
What is a potential drawback of the proportional representation electoral system?
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