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JAMB Government 1986 Question 22

Question 22

Franchise, Elections and Electoral Systems

Proportional representation is recommended because it

  1. A.favours small parties
  2. B.is simple to operate
  3. C.leads to liberal democracy
  4. D.preserves the party system
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (favours small parties)

Explanation

Under proportional representation, seats follow each party's share of the votes, so small parties also get seats. It is not simple to operate, so B is wrong.