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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces Single Transferable Vote (STV), a unique voting method with notable advantages over other common electoral systems. The author presents evidence that STV is computationally resistant to strategic voting, meaning it is inherently difficult to manipulate the system to achieve a desired outcome. This resistance to manipulation sets STV apart from other voting schemes and could potentially enhance the integrity of social choice. The book delves into the mechanics of STV, explaining how it works and how it differs from other voting methods. It also explores the concept of non-monotonicity, a potential flaw in voting systems where a candidate's support can decrease despite gaining more votes. The author demonstrates that while non-monotonicity is possible in STV, it is also computationally challenging to identify, suggesting that this potential issue may not be as significant as previously thought. The book's analysis is significant because it sheds light on the complexities of voting systems and the challenges of achieving fair and democratic elections. By examining the computational aspects of STV, the author contributes to a deeper understanding of how voting systems can be designed to resist manipulation and promote more accurate representation of voter preferences. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Hardcover. Condizione: New.