Voting methods refer to the various ways in which individuals can cast their votes in an election. Common methods include in-person voting at polling places, mail-in voting (also known as absentee voting), and early voting. Each method has its own rules and procedures, allowing voters to choose the option that best suits their needs. Another voting method is ranked-choice voting, where voters rank candidates in order of preference. If no candidate receives a majority of first-choice votes, the candidate with the fewest votes is eliminated, and their votes are redistributed until a winner is determined. These methods aim to enhance voter participation and ensure fair representation.