Voting Methods Practice Flashcard

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What is a voting method?

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A voting method is a systematic way of aggregating individual preferences or choices to determine a collective decision or outcome.

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What does it mean to have a majority winner in an election?

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A majority winner is a candidate who receives more than half of the votes cast in an election.

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What is a plurality voting system?

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A plurality voting system is a voting method in which the candidate with the most votes wins, regardless of whether they achieve a majority.

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What is the significance of first-place votes in ranked-choice voting?

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First-place votes are crucial in ranked-choice voting as they determine the initial preference of voters and can influence the outcome if no candidate achieves a majority.

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What is a runoff election?

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A runoff election is a follow-up election held to determine a winner when no candidate receives the required majority of votes in the initial election.

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What is the difference between absolute majority and relative majority?

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An absolute majority requires more than 50% of the votes, while a relative majority (or plurality) only requires more votes than any other candidate.

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What is a tie in voting?

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A tie occurs when two or more candidates receive the same number of votes, making it impossible to determine a clear winner.

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What is the purpose of a voting system?

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The purpose of a voting system is to fairly and accurately reflect the preferences of the electorate in decision-making processes.

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What is the concept of voter turnout?

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Voter turnout refers to the percentage of eligible voters who participate in an election.

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What is ranked-choice voting?

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Ranked-choice voting is a voting system where voters rank candidates in order of preference, allowing for more nuanced expression of voter preferences.