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WAEC Government 2021 Objective — Question 39

Question 39 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Government 2021 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which electoral system best suit a heterogeneous political environment?

  • A. Non-transferable votes
  • B. Preferential ballot
  • C. Proportional representationCorrect
  • D. Run-off election

Explanation

Proportional representation is used to elect representatives in a multi-member constituency system, allowing each group or political party to gain seats in proportion to votes cast, providing representation for all interest groups in a heterogeneous community.

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