American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the term for the process of redrawing electoral district boundaries in the United States?

Gerrymandering.

Lobbying.

Filibustering.

Redistricting.

Redistricting is the process of redrawing electoral district boundaries to ensure equal representation of voters within a state or jurisdiction.

Gerrymandering (A) is a form of political manipulation where district boundaries are drawn to favor a particular political party or candidate.

Lobbying (B) is the act of trying to influence the decisions of lawmakers.

Filibustering (C) is a tactic used by lawmakers to delay or prevent voting on a particular issue.

While gerrymandering, lobbying, and filibustering may all play a role in the redistricting process, they are not the term for the process itself. Therefore, the correct answer is D Redistricting.

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