Which of the following is true of gerrymandering?
a. It is the act of drawing districts so as to affect a party's chances of winning an election.
b. It is the process of delaying the passage of a bill by gubernatorial veto.
c. It is the process of delaying the passage of a bill on the floor of the House.
d. It is the act of raising money through interest groups to help support a candidate in election campaign.
Answer: A
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