First-past-the-post system

The First-past-the-post (FPTP) system is an election method where voters choose one candidate, and the candidate with the most votes wins. It’s like a race: the candidate who crosses the finish line first, even if not by a large margin, is declared the winner. Each electoral area (or constituency) selects one representative this way. This system is straightforward but can result in a candidate winning without majority support if votes are split among many candidates. It's commonly used in countries like the UK and the US for legislative elections.