In Which of the Following Ways Does the Electoral Structure

question 12

Multiple Choice

In which of the following ways does the electoral structure under Putin differ from that under President Yeltsin?

• A) It has two rounds of voting for the Duma instead of a single round.
• B) It is pure proportional representation instead of mixed PR and SMD.
• C) Voters must cast ballots for individual candidates instead of for parties.
• D) Voters must demonstrate registration with a specific pre-approved political party in order to cast a ballot.

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Definitions:

Talcott Parsons

An American sociologist known for his development of a general theory for the study of society called structural functionalism.

Wright Mills

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Conflict Theory

A social theory proposing that societal structures are defined by social conflicts due to inequalities in power, resources, and status.

Functionalist

A perspective in sociology that emphasizes the importance of social structures and their role in maintaining societal stability and functionality.