(c) The figure "3" opposite the name of his third choice, and so on, numbering as many candidates as he pleases in order of his preference. The number of preferences is not necessarily restricted to the number of vacancies.
N.B.—The vote will be spoilt if the figure "1" is placed opposite the name of more than one candidate.
[A number is printed on the back of the ballot paper corresponding with that on the counterfoil.]
ANNEXURE C
ILLUSTRATIVE ELECTION
Example of an Election conducted on the system of the single transferable vote in accordance with the preceding regulations
Reg. IX.
Assuming that there are eight members to be elected, sixteen candidates, and eighty-four electors.
The valid ballot papers are arranged in separate parcels according to the first preference recorded for each candidate, and the papers in each parcel counted. Let it be assumed that the result is as follows:—