Question 2 • *FL-2100310-United States History Semester 1
Based on the video, what are the main reasons why gerrymandering occurs? Check all that apply.to establish compact voting districtsto gain power and weaken an opposing partyto ensure perfectly proportional representationto make sure the process of voting remains fairto give one political party an advantage over othersto make sure no political parties are at a disadvantage
Answer
A
to establish compact voting districts
B
to gain power and weaken an opposing party
C
to ensure perfectly proportional representation
D
to make sure the process of voting remains fair
E
to give one political party an advantage over others
F
to make sure no political parties are at a disadvantage
Explanation
Gerrymandering is the deliberate drawing of voting-district boundaries to influence election results. It is commonly used to gain political power by weakening an opposing party and to give one party an advantage over others. Creating compact districts or ensuring fair, proportional representation are not the main reasons for gerrymandering.
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