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JAMB Government 2021 Objective — Question 1

Question 1 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Government 2021 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The type of electoral system where the electorate is not directly involved in voting for the head of government is called

  • A. absolute majority
  • B. electoral collegeCorrect
  • C. first past the post
  • D. none of the above

Explanation

An electoral college is an indirect system: instead of citizens voting directly for the head of government, chosen representatives (electors) cast the deciding votes on their behalf.

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