What voting system is preferred by voting rights activists as a means of increasing minority representation?
A. at-large voting
B. preferential voting
C. cumulative voting
D. single-member districts
Answer: C
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false?
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A. single transferable vote B. alterative vote C. majority-runoff two-round D. single-member district plurality
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