Majority and Plurality

In order to win by majority you need what percentage of votes?

• less than 50%

• exactly 50%

• more than 50%

Does the winner of this election win by majority, plurality, or both?

• Majority only

• Plurality only

• Both majority and plurality

What percentage of votes did the candidate with the most first place votes receive? (round to the nearest whole number)

• 25%

• 31%

• 32%

• 30%

Is there a winner based on the majority of votes?

• Yes

• No

• Cannot be determined

The preference table for a club presidential election consisting of three candidates is shown. Using the plurality method, determine the winner.

• A

• B

• C

An election was held for the chairperson of the Psychology Department. There were three candidates: Professor Jones (J), Professor Kline (K), and Professor Lane (L). The preference table for the ballot is shown. Who won the election if the plurality method of voting was used?

• J

• K

• L

For an election with four candidates (A, B, C, and D) we have the following preference schedule. How many students voted?

For an election with four candidates (A, B, C, and D) we have the following preference schedule. Which candidate won the election if the plurality method is used?

• A

• B

• C

• D

For an election with four candidates (A, B, C, and D) we have the following preference schedule. Which candidate earned SECOND place in the election if the plurality method is used?

• A

• B

• C

• D

For an election with four candidates (A, B, C, and D) we have the following preference schedule. Which candidate earned THIRD place in the election if the plurality method is used?

• A

• B

• C

• D