Congressional Redistricting Based on Population Counts Taken in 2010 Gave

question 73

Multiple Choice

Congressional redistricting based on population counts taken in 2010 gave an advantage to Republicans because the party:

• A) dominated among growing populations in the South and West.
• B) controlled the House of Representatives at the time of redistricting.
• C) controlled a majority of state legislatures, which control redistricting in most states.
• D) gained an advantage as Democratic leaders sought districts that favored minority race candidates.

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