A major advantage of the Secret Ballot System of voting is that

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A. it is faster than other systems
B. it ensures the anonymity of the voter
C. it extends the franchise to all adults
D. nobody can be prevented from voting

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

The secret ballot, is a voting method in which a voter's choices in an election or a referendum are anonymous, forestalling attempts to influence the voter by intimidation, blackmailing, and potential vote buying. The system is one means of achieving the goal of political privacy.

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