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joblessjake

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on: Jul 8, 2018
The people of a district in Texas elect a candidate from within the district to represent them in the city council. A collection of such candidates form the city council of the state. Which of the following terms best describes this system?
 
  a. at-large system
  b. single-member district
  c. place system
  d. spoils system

Question 2

Which of the following types of elections is the best way of ensuring minority representation?
 
  a. place system
  b. at-large system
  c. spoils system
  d. single-member district system


blakcmamba

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


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