JAMB Government 2025 Objective — Question 26
Question 26 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Government 2025 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Which electoral system best ensures proportional representation?
- A. First-past-the-post
- B. Simple majority
- C. Proportional representationCorrect
- D. Run-off elections
Explanation
Correct answer: C. A proportional representation (PR) electoral system directly allocates seats to parties in proportion to the share of votes they win, making it the best system for ensuring proportional outcomes — unlike first-past-the-post or simple majority systems.
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