How should ties be resolved in officer elections?

• A. By a random draw of names.
• B. By the advisor deciding.
• C. By the chair using a tie-breaker method described in bylaws (e.g., revote, casting vote, or further ballot).
• D. By the president's casting vote only.

Answer: (C)

Resolving ties in officer elections should follow the process outlined in the organization's bylaws, with the chair applying a preapproved tie-breaker. This keeps the outcome fair, transparent, and legitimate because it hinges on a documented method rather than chance or unilateral power. The described options—revote, casting vote, or a further ballot—are designed to reflect voters’ preferences under the rules: a revote gives voters another chance to decide, a casting vote provides a decisive result only if the bylaws authorize it, and a further ballot can be used to reach a clear majority. Relying on a random draw or having the advisor decide—or giving the president an automatic casting vote—bypasses the established process and can undermine the perceived fairness of the election.