Which of the following best describes "first-past-the-post" elections?
a. The candidate with a majority of electoral votes wins the White House.
b. A candidates that wins the popular vote, but loses the presidency.
c. Victory goes to the candidate with the most votes in a single district.
d. A Primary victory is assured for those who win the first two state primaries.
e. A method of proportional voting, which allows everyone to benefit.
Ans: c. Victory goes to the candidate with the most votes in a single district.
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