Compare and contrast the main features of FPTP and PR, highlighting some of the advantages and disadvantages of each system. Is one of them more “democratic?” Is one of them more likely to produce political stability and easier policy-making? Illustrate your answer with at least one country/example for each system.
What will be an ideal response?
The answer should explain that FPTP enhances governability, while PR enhances representation. It should also show that students can apply some of the concepts learned on other chapters to answer a complex question containing many different elements.
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