Consequences of Winner-Takes-All Electoral Systems

In the United States, electoral systems can significantly impact political representation and party dynamics. One common system used in many elections is the winner-takes-all approach. This method has various implications for voter turnout and party representation. In a winner-takes-all system, the candidate who receives the most votes in a state or district secures all electoral votes or the seat, often leading to questions about the fairness of representation and voter disenfranchisement. Which of the following statements correctly describes a consequence of using a winner-takes-all electoral system in U.S. elections?