In a proportional representation electoral system,

A) seats in the legislature are allocated to political parties based on their share of the total vote cast in the election.
B) each political party receives an equal number of seats in the legislature.
C) every candidate that receives above a certain percentage of the vote (usually set at 20 percent) is awarded a seat in the legislature.
D) candidates can only win an election if they receive a majority of the overall votes.

Proportional Representation

Proportional representation is an electoral system in which parties gain seats in proportion to the number of votes cast for them, aiming for a more accurate representation of the electorate's preferences.

Legislature

The legislative body of a country or state, empowered to make, change, or repeal the laws of the land.

Political Parties

Organizations that seek to attain and maintain political power within a government, typically by participating in electoral campaigns.