What is identified by the term "Plurality"?

The term "Plurality" refers specifically to the highest number of votes received in an election or decision-making process, without the requirement of achieving a majority. This means that a candidate or option can win even if they do not secure more than half of the total votes cast, as long as they have more votes than any other candidate or option. This voting system is common in various elections and settings, where the winner is determined by having the most votes, regardless of whether that is a majority of the votes.

In contrast, the other options relate to different voting concepts: the majority of votes needed to pass a motion specifically refers to a requirement that exceeds half of the votes, while the difference between the total votes and abstentions pertains to participation rather than a specific voting outcome. Unanimous consent requires all participants to agree, which is a stricter standard than plurality. Thus, the definition of plurality is accurately captured by the correct response given in the question.