By competing in general elections, political parties ultimately offer citizens
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a choice in government
- automatic membership of a party
- opportunity to be extremely to one party
- opportunity to vilify the government
The correct answer is: A
Explanation
Political parties compete in general elections to provide citizens with different policy options, leadership choices and governance approaches. By doing so, they give voters the power to decide which party or candidates best represent their interests. This competition is essential for democracy, as it ensures that governance is based on the will of the people rather than a single dominant group.