Simple majority - SS1 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is the simple majority electoral system?
The candidate with a majority of votes wins
The candidate with the most votes wins
The candidate with the fewest votes wins
Is the simple majority electoral system commonly used in legislative bodies?
Yes
No
What is another name for the simple majority electoral system?
First-past-the-post
Proportional representation
Instant-runoff voting
In a hypothetical election with four candidates, what percentage of the vote would a candidate need to win by simple majority?
25%+1
50%+1
75%+1
What type of elections is the simple majority electoral system commonly used in?
Local elections
National elections
International elections
Give an example of an election where the simple majority electoral system is commonly used.
What is a potential disadvantage of the simple majority electoral system?
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