RC Drill Set 1, Question 8
The following passages discuss democratic electoral systems.(487 more words not shown)
Passage A(231 more words not shown)
Passage B(256 more words not shown)
Both passages are concerned with(7 more words not shown)
- AWhat democratic electoral(10 more words not shown)
- BWhat democratic social(18 more words not shown)
- CHow is it(23 more words not shown)
- DHow can a(22 more words not shown)
- EHow can a(24 more words not shown)
Reading the passage
We've already identified the two central positions. A favors electoral incentives that make parties appeal broadly and converge; B favors proportional representation because minority views can win seats and voters get meaningful alternatives.
What we’re looking for
They disagree about the best arrangement, but they are answering the same broader question: which electoral system represents a diverse public fairly?
Working the answers
- ACorrect
This captures that shared question while leaving room for different answers. A emphasizes equitable policy outcomes; B emphasizes a fair share of representation and meaningful voter choice.
- B
The focus is on election rules and political parties, not broader social practices operating regardless of party organization.
- C
Neither account discusses forcing people to participate. B's concern about low turnout doesn't introduce a conflict about coercion.
- D
A discusses coalition stability, but B doesn't explain how a coalition of divergent parties should govern. This isn't the common question.
- E
This asks how one party should balance competing voters' interests. The shared discussion instead evaluates electoral systems and how they represent those interests.
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