Question

Which of the following provides an example of disputes over political boundaries being influenced by informal boundaries?(1 point) Responses A nation invades a disputed territory because it contains a wealth of mineral resources that can support industry. A nation invades a disputed territory because it contains a wealth of mineral resources that can support industry. A country annexes a region that contains a religious group that is a majority in the country. A country annexes a region that contains a religious group that is a majority in the country. A political party uses gerrymandering in order to secure access to resources on the border between states. A political party uses gerrymandering in order to secure access to resources on the border between states. A river changes course, causing two countries to renegotiate a border agreement to preserve the original geographic divisions.

Answer 1

The example that best illustrates disputes over political boundaries being influenced by informal boundaries is:

• A country annexes a region that contains a religious group that is a majority in the country.

This example shows how cultural or informal boundaries—such as religious affiliation—can influence political actions and disputes over territorial control.