________ occurs when state legislators concentrate the members of one party in as few districts as possible in order to ensure that their opponents will elect as few representatives as possible.

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The term "packing" describes the intentional drawing of district lines to "pack" as many voters of one party into as few districts as possible, making it more difficult for them to win seats in other districts. This is often used as a tactic by the party in power to maintain control of the legislature.

________ Occurs When State Legislators Concentrate the Members of One