WAEC Government 2010 Theory — Question 4

Question 4 of 20 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Government 2010 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

3(a) What is an absolute majority system? [2 marks]

Model answer

An absolute majority system is an electoral system in which a candidate must obtain more than half (over 50%) of the total votes cast in order to be declared the winner.

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