Values
The following table illustrates the difference between the values produced by the two formulas for eight hypothetical vote or seat constellations:
| Constellation | Largest component, fractional share | Other components, fractional shares | N, Laakso-Taagepera | N, Golosov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 0.75 | 0.25 | 1.60 | 1.33 |
| B | 0.75 | 0.1, 15 at 0.01 | 1.74 | 1.42 |
| C | 0.55 | 0.45 | 1.98 | 1.82 |
| D | 0.55 | 3 at 0.1, 15 at 0.01 | 2.99 | 2.24 |
| E | 0.35 | 0.35, 0.3 | 2.99 | 2.90 |
| F | 0.35 | 5 at 0.1, 15 at 0.01 | 5.75 | 4.49 |
| G | 0.15 | 5 at 0.15, 0.1 | 6.90 | 6.89 |
| H | 0.15 | 7 at 0.1, 15 at 0.01 | 10.64 | 11.85 |
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