The following text discusses political science.
Ranked-choice voting allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference. If no candidate receives a majority of first-choice votes, the candidate with the fewest votes is eliminated, and those votes are redistributed to voters' second choices. This process continues until one candidate secures a majority. Proponents argue ranked-choice voting reduces negative campaigning, as candidates must appeal to opponents' supporters for second-choice votes. Critics counter that it confuses voters and delays election results.
Which choice best summarizes the debate about ranked-choice voting?
Supporters see benefits in campaigning effects; critics worry about complexity
Everyone agrees it is the best voting system
It has been rejected by all governments
Only critics have valid arguments about this system
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the correct answer. Proponents cite reduced negative campaigning; critics cite voter confusion and delayed results—a civil benefit vs. practical concern debate.
- Evidence: Proponents: reduced negativity; Critics: confusion, delays.
- Reasoning: Different values (civility vs. simplicity) in tension.
- Conclusion: Benefits vs. complexity summarizes the debate.
Choice B is incorrect because critics disagree. Choice C is incorrect because it's used in some jurisdictions. Choice D is incorrect because proponents' arguments are also presented.