Question 36
Franchise, Elections and Electoral SystemsThe term winner-takes-all can also be associated with
- A.second ballot system.
- B.representative government.
- C.first-past-the post system.
- D.proportional representation.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (first-past-the post system.)
Explanation
In first-past-the-post the candidate with most votes takes the seat; the losers get nothing.