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relative majority

relative majority
Zelfstandig naamwoord
    • (in an election with more than 2 options) the number of votes for the candidate or party receiving the greatest number (but less that half of the votes)

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    1. Should a third ballot be necessary, a relative majority shall suffice for election to the remaining seats.
    2. Should a third ballot be necessary, a relative majority shall suffice for election to the remaining seats. In the event of a tie the eldest candidates shall be declared elected.