A Borda Count Is Used to Decide an Election Between

question 23

Multiple Choice

A Borda count is used to decide an election between three candidates, x, y, and z, where a score of 1 is awarded to a first choice, 2 to a second choice, and 3 to a third choice.There are 25 voters.3 voters rank the candidates x first, y second, and z third; 10 voters rank the candidates x first, z second, and y third; 6 rank the candidates z first, y second, and x third; and 6 voters rank the candidates y first, z second, and x third.Which candidate wins?

• A)Candidate x.
• B)Candidate z.
• C)There is a tie between x and y, with z coming in third.
• D)Candidate y.
• E)There is a tie between y and z, with x coming in third.

---

Definitions:

Note Payable

A written promise to pay a specific amount of money, either on demand or at a set future date, typically used in business to document debt agreements.

Debtor's Book Value

The value of all debts owed to a company, often reflecting the accounts receivable balance on the balance sheet.

Unsecured Creditors

Creditors who have lent money without taking any collateral, thus bearing a higher risk in case of debtor's default.