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JAMB Government 1983 Question 18

Question 18

Franchise, Elections and Electoral Systems

Which of these statements is CORRECT about Proportional Representation?

  1. A.It makes the assembly representative of all citizens
  2. B.It is simple to operate
  3. C.It preserves the party system
  4. D.It gives the parties seats in proportion to their popular support
  5. E.It legalizes dictatorship
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (It gives the parties seats in proportion to their popular support)

Explanation

Under proportional representation each party wins a share of seats that matches its share of the votes.