Lowndes' Method for Apportionment

The video tutorial introduces Lowndes' method of apportionment, a method proposed by William Lowndes that favors smaller states. It compares Lowndes' method with other apportionment methods like those of Hamilton, Jefferson, and Webster. The tutorial outlines the four steps involved in applying Lowndes' method, which includes determining the standard divisor, calculating quotas, and allocating additional seats based on specific ratios. An example is provided to demonstrate the method in practice, showing how seats are apportioned among counties.

Who was William Lowndes and what did he propose?

• A senator from New York who proposed a method for equal representation.

• A congressman from South Carolina who proposed a method favoring smaller states.

• A governor from Texas who proposed a method for proportional representation.

• A congressman from a large state who proposed a method favoring larger states.

What is the main principle behind Lowndes' Method?

• It follows the quota rule and prioritizes states with larger populations.

• It follows the quota rule and prioritizes states with smaller populations.

• It follows the quota rule and prioritizes states with the highest growth rate.

• It ignores the quota rule and focuses on equal distribution.

What is the first step in applying Lowndes' Method?

• Determine the total number of representatives.

• Calculate the standard divisor by dividing the total population by the number of representatives.

• Assign extra seats to states with the largest populations.

• Calculate the average population per representative.

How is the initial allocation of representatives determined in Lowndes' Method?

• By dividing the total population by the number of states.

• By cutting off the decimal parts of the quotas and summing the whole numbers.

• By rounding up the quotas to the nearest whole number.

• By adding the decimal parts of the quotas.

In the example provided, what is the standard divisor used for?

• To find the average population of the state.

• To allocate extra seats to the largest counties.

• To calculate the population each representative should represent.

• To determine the total number of seats available.

How are extra seats allocated in Lowndes' Method?

• By randomly assigning them to any state.

• By dividing the decimal part of the quota by the whole number part and assigning to the largest ratios.

• By giving them to states with the largest populations.

• By giving them to states with the smallest populations.

What is the final allocation of seats for Adams in the example?

• 5 seats

• 8 seats

• 6 seats

• 7 seats

Which county received the largest ratio in the example?

• Davis

• Grant

• Adams

• Hayes

What is the total number of seats apportioned in the final allocation?

• 36 seats

• 34 seats

• 35 seats

• 33 seats

What is the significance of the decimal part in Lowndes' Method?

• It is ignored in the final calculation.

• It is used to determine the initial allocation.

• It is used to calculate the standard divisor.

• It is divided by the whole number part to allocate extra seats.