Which one of the following features is <strong>CORRECT</strong> about the 'First Past the Post System' of election?
- A. A candidate who wins may not get the majority of votes ✓
- B. More than one representative may be elected from one constituency
- C. Voters vote for the party, not the candidate
- D. Every party gets seats in the legislature in proportion to percentage of votes that it gets
Correct Answer: A. A candidate who wins may not get the majority of votes
Explanation
In the First Past the Post (FPTP) system, the candidate with the most votes wins, even if they do not secure an absolute majority (more than 50%) of the total votes.
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