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sjones

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The practice of altering district lines for partisan advantage after the census is also known as
 
  A) redistricting.
  B) reapportionment.
  C) gerrymandering.
  D) impeachment.
  E) cloture.

Question 2

In addition to offering an explanation for high reelection rates, gerrymandering might also contribute to
 
  A) increasing polarization.
  B) decreasing polarization.
  C) the coattail effect.
  D) Congressional high approval ratings.
  E) low levels of cooperation between the House and the Senate.



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brittrenee

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A




sjones

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Reply 2 on: Sep 3, 2018
Excellent


meganmoser117

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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