A political scientist notes that in a particular voting district,an elected representative has formed an especially close bond with her constituents,and that during her past term she even voted against the will of her party in order to better represent the people in her district.This political scientist would most likely use this observed relationship to argue that
A) single-member district systems are more representative than proportional representation systems.
B) mixed electoral systems are more representative than single-member district systems.
C) parliamentary systems are more representative than presidential.
D) more referenda and initiatives are needed to allow for greater participation by voters in the policy-making process.

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This example illustrates a situation where a representative in a single-member district system prioritizes the interests of her constituents over party lines, suggesting a close representative-constituent relationship. This can be seen as an argument for single-member district systems being more representative, as it allows for direct accountability to a specific group of voters, potentially leading to more tailored representation.

A Political Scientist Notes That in a Particular Voting District,an