Actual theory we may need Flashcards
1
Q
What is used in Trinidad to determine a winner
A
The first past the post system is used (person with the most votes)
2
Q
What happens when the parties have won an equal number of parliamentary seats?
A
A hung parliament. It results in deadlock unless there is a collaboration among the parties (coalition)
3
Q
Upper house
A
The senate
4
Q
Lower house
A
House of representatives
5
Q
how many gov, opposition senators and independent senators?
A
Government senators- 16
Opposition- 6
Independent- 9
6
Q
members of parliament
A
41
7
Q
Pnm
A
22
8
Q
Unc
A
16
