Question

Choose the right answer How might a state lose a congressional district, which in turn could impact minority rights?
Responses

An increase in population may cause a district to consist largely of minority voters.
An increase in population may cause a district to consist largely of minority voters. - no response given

A decrease in population may cause a district to be redrawn and therefore gerrymandered.
A decrease in population may cause a district to be redrawn and therefore gerrymandered. - no response given

A decrease in population may lead to fewer minority voters in one district.
A decrease in population may lead to fewer minority voters in one district. - no response given

An increase in population may cause minority voters to be spread across different districts.

Answer 1

A decrease in population may cause a district to be redrawn and therefore gerrymandered.

Explanation: If a state loses a seat after reapportionment, district lines must be redrawn. That redistricting can be used to dilute minority voting strength (cracking or packing), harming minority representation.