Question

Based on the passage, which choice best describes the relationship between proportional representation elections and political extremism?

• A. Proportional representation elections suppress extremism by making politicians accountable to the people.
• B. Proportional representation elections allow extremists to have a voice in government.
• C. Proportional representation elections permit extremist politicians to siphon votes from mainstream parties.
• D. Proportional representation elections do not impact extremist participation in politics.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Proportional representation elections allow extremists to have a voice in government.

" Proportional representation, for better or worse, allows more extreme viewpoints to be represented at the national level." - this statement from the passage best describes the relationship between proportional representation elections and political extremism. In this context B is the best answer.