WAEC Government 1991 (August) Question 7

Question 7

Franchise, Elections and Electoral Systems

Which of the following does not affect delimitation of constituencies?

  1. A.Population density
  2. B.Geographical expanse
  3. C.Accessibility
  4. D.Availability of officials
  5. E.Gerrymandering
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Answer: D (Availability of officials)

Explanation

Constituencies are drawn by population, size and accessibility (and are sometimes manipulated by gerrymandering); the number of officials available is not a factor.