Which of the following provides an example of disputes over political boundaries being influenced by informal boundaries?

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A river changes course, causing two countries to renegotiate a border agreement to preserve the original geographic divisions.
A river changes course, causing two countries to renegotiate a border agreement to preserve the original geographic divisions. - no response given

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. - no response given

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. - no response given

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

Answer 1

Among the options provided, the response that best exemplifies disputes over political boundaries being influenced by informal boundaries is:

A political party uses gerrymandering in order to secure access to resources on the border between states.

Gerrymandering involves the manipulation of electoral district boundaries for political gain, which affects how political power is distributed. This practice often involves informal boundaries based on demographic, social, or economic factors rather than strictly adhering to formal political boundaries.