A Mixed Member System Means That

question 51

Multiple Choice

A mixed member system means that

• A) citizens generally vote based on the personality of the candidates.
• B) citizens cast two ballots, one for an individual and one for a party.
• C) numerous parties generally win seats in the Bundestag making it difficult to form coalitions.
• D) due to the generally low turnout, well-known personalities have an advantage.
• E) the electoral system favors weak and decentralized parties.

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