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- Is proportional representation constitutional?
- What are the characteristics of proportional representation?
- What are the advantages of first past the post?
- What is limited vote system?
Is proportional representation constitutional?
— U.S. Constitution, Amendment XIV, section 2
The Constitution provides for proportional representation in the U.S. House of Representatives and the seats in the House are apportioned based on state population according to the constitutionally mandated Census.
What are the characteristics of proportional representation?
Proportional representation (PR) characterizes electoral systems in which divisions in an electorate are reflected proportionately in the elected body. The concept applies mainly to geographical and political divisions of the electorate.
What are the advantages of first past the post?
Generally FPTP favours parties who can concentrate their vote into certain voting districts (or in a wider sense in specific geographic areas). This is because in doing this they win many seats and don't 'waste' many votes in other areas.
What is limited vote system?
Limited voting (also known as the limited vote method) is a voting system in which electors have fewer votes than there are positions available. The positions are awarded to the candidates who receive the most votes absolutely.
