Which election system allows one candidate with the most votes in a district to win the sole representative seat, often promoting a two-party system? Proportional representation Runoff election system Single-member district, plurality system Hybrid election system

Single-member district, plurality system

In which election system does one candidate win the sole executive position by securing the most votes, without needing a majority? Majoritarian system Runoff election system Executive election plurality system Proportional representation

Executive election plurality system

What is the election system where a candidate must win a majority of votes, potentially requiring a second round of voting? Proportional representation Second round, runoff election system Hybrid election system Single-member district system

Second round, runoff election system

Comparative Electoral Systems

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What is the election system where legislative members are appointed proportional to election results, promoting multiple parties in the legislative branch?

What are the requirements called that ensure a certain percentage of candidates or representatives in proportional representation systems are women?

Which election system allows one candidate with the most votes in a district to win the sole representative seat, often promoting a two-party system?

What is the election system that combines single-member district and proportional elections, used in countries like Mexico and Russia?

In which election system does one candidate win the sole executive position by securing the most votes, without needing a majority?

What is the election system where a candidate must win a majority of votes, potentially requiring a second round of voting?

What rules require a candidate to win a majority of the vote, defined as 50% plus at least one vote?

What is the term for an electoral system where more than two parties compete for governing power?

What is the term for an electoral system where two major parties compete for governing power?

What is the term for an electoral system where multiple parties can run, but one major party consistently wins governing power?

What is the term for a political system where only one party is allowed to control governing power, even if other parties exist?

What type of political party attracts support from diverse groups with ideologically varied platforms, often in a dominant party system?

What is the term, translating to 'the point,' used in Mexico to describe the nomination process of a new PRI candidate by the outgoing president?

What is the system called where government officials distribute jobs and services in return for voter loyalty, often seen as corrupt?

What term describes large groups pushing for significant political or social change, such as civil rights or fair elections?

What are groups called that are organized to represent and advocate for a specific interest or policy issue?

What type of social movements exert power from the local level to the regional, national, or international level?

What type of interest group commonly represents professional or commercial groups and helps establish standards for that industry?

What is the ability to contact government officials to shape policies known as?

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