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ARLKQ

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How can redistricting threaten incumbent members of Congress?
 
  a. It can alter district-based funds from special interest groups.
  b. It can shift incumbents into a caucus district.
  c. It can add voters from an area that is less supportive of an incumbent's party.
  d. It increases the probability of a strong third-party challenger.

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Why would the congressional district plan be easier to implement?
 
  a. It addresses the problem of the incumbency advantage.
  b. It does not require a constitutional amendment.
  c. It minimizes the influence of special interest money.
  d. It reduces the number of states in play.


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janieazgirl

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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b


ARLKQ

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Reply 2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Wow, this really help

Dominic

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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