Voting Methods and Their Implications

The video tutorial explores different voting methods, including plurality, instant runoff, and Borda count. It demonstrates how each method can lead to different election outcomes using a classroom election scenario. The video also provides guidance for teachers on conducting similar activities in class.

What is the main topic discussed in the video?

• Political systems

• Mathematical theories

• Different methods of voting

• History of elections

How many candidates are introduced for the classroom election?

• Five

• Four

• Three

• Two

In the plurality voting method, how is the winner decided?

• By the candidate with the most second-place votes

• By the candidate with the most first-place votes

• By the candidate with the least votes

• By the candidate with the most last-place votes

What is a major weakness of the plurality voting method?

• It requires multiple rounds of voting

• It always results in a tie

• It is too complex to understand

• It can result in a winner with only a small percentage of the total votes

In the instant runoff method, what happens if no candidate wins a majority?

• The candidate with the most last-place votes is eliminated

• The candidate with the fewest first-place votes is eliminated

• The election is canceled

• All candidates are eliminated

How are points awarded in the Borda count method?

• Only first-place votes are counted

• Points are awarded based on the rank given by voters

• Points are awarded randomly

• Only last-place votes are counted

Which voting method resulted in candidate C winning the election?

• Plurality

• Instant Runoff

• Borda Count

• None of the above

What is one advantage of the Borda count method?

• It is the simplest method

• It gives moderate candidates a better chance

• It always results in a tie

• It is used in all countries