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Question 7 • MI-Government/Civics 2023

Which of the following best describes how redistricting can lead to gerrymandering?

Answer

When redistricting occurs, political groups try to create districts that have equal numbers of voters.

When redistricting occurs, political groups try to shape electoral districts so that their parties have an advantage.

When redistricting occurs, political groups try to make electoral districts as evenly shaped as possible.

When redistricting occurs, political groups try to create districts that treat all parties equally.

Explanation

Redistricting redraws the boundaries of electoral districts. It becomes gerrymandering when political groups shape those boundaries to give their party an electoral advantage, so B is correct. Equal population is an important redistricting requirement, but it is not what defines gerrymandering.

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