When a Voter Is Able to Cast a Single Vote

question 49

Multiple Choice

When a voter is able to cast a single vote for one candidate knowing the representation in the legislative bodies will be based upon the percentage of votes overall for each party, the voter is participating in which type of system?

• A) proportional representation
• B) single-member plurality
• C) third-party candidacy
• D) representative democracy

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Definitions:

Governmental Power

The authority vested in governments to establish laws, govern, and enforce order within a given territory.

Freedom Of Speech

The right to express information, ideas, and opinions free of government restrictions based on content and subject only to reasonable limitations.

Eighth Amendment

Part of the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights that prohibits the federal government from imposing excessive bail, excessive fines, or cruel and unusual punishment.

Recidivism

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