Why is a vote of 'double majority' important for the small cantons?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Because a majority of cantons can block a change that voters support
- Step 1: Each canton counts as one unit in the cantonal majority. Step 2. Small cantons have more weight than their population. Answer: the cantons can block a change. Why not the others: voters have one vote, and no foreign approval is needed.
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