The most precise way to describe attempts by state legislatures to address racial imbalance in the House of Representatives is

A. through the creation of minority-majority districts.
B. by reapportionment.
C. through the creation of majority-minority districts.
D. through gerrymandering.
E. by redistricting.


Answer: C

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