Practice - First Past the Post (FPTP)
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Practice Questions
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What does FPTP stand for?
💡 Hint: Consider the terminology used when discussing electoral systems.
Which country uses FPTP for national elections?
💡 Hint: Think of a country known for its parliamentary system.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does FPTP stand for?
💡 Hint: Recall the context of electoral systems and their terminology.
In FPTP, the candidate who wins must secure more than 50% of the votes.
💡 Hint: Think about how votes can be distributed among multiple candidates.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze a recent election in the US and discuss how FPTP affected the outcome. What implications did this have for voter turnout and party representation?
💡 Hint: Consider historical context and recent trends in party competition.
Evaluate how a switch to Proportional Representation may alter party dynamics and voter engagement in a country currently using FPTP. What challenges could arise from such a transition?
💡 Hint: Think about both the optimistic and cautious viewpoints.
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