Which of the following is an accurate statement concerning legislative districts?
A. Rural districts often have a relatively high percentage of Hispanic voters.
B. Rural districts can exert little influence over larger, urban districts.
C. In states that require super majorities to pass budgets, rural communities can band together and hold the political process hostage.
D. Because of their local economies, progressive urban legislators are often eager to support policies that reduce the number of prisons.
C. In states that require super majorities to pass budgets, rural communities can band together and hold the political process hostage.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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