Understanding the STV System's Advantages

Very Hard Unit 5: Political Participation Electoral Systems

In the context of electoral systems, the method employed to translate votes into seats can greatly impact political outcomes. In the United States, different states utilize various methods, including winner-take-all and proportional representation. To analyze these electoral systems, consider the **Single Transferable Vote** (STV) method. This system allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference and aims to achieve proportional representation.

Given this context, which of the following statements accurately describes a key advantage of the STV system compared to the winner-take-all system used in many U.S. elections?

It ensures that minority parties have a greater chance of winning seats.

It simplifies the voting process by limiting choices to two candidates.

It guarantees that the candidate with the highest vote total wins.

It reduces the number of total votes cast in an election.

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