different electoral systems Flashcards

1
Q

first past post ?

A

-Where the candidate with the largest number of votes is elected

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2
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marginal seats ?

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seats heal by the small majority

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3
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safe seats ?

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-constituencies which have a secure majority

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4
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what happened in 2009?

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-a number of MP’s stood down rather than face the electorate.

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