3. The term "gerrymandering" is used a. when the party in control of the legislation draws lines to enhance its own political fortunes b. when the party in control of the legislature draws lines around racial districts c. to refer to Supreme Court decisions regarding redistricting d. when the Governor of a state changes voting districts to ensure reelection

The term "gerrymandering" is used:<br /><br />a. when the party in control of the legislation draws lines to enhance its own political fortunes<br /><br />Gerrymandering refers to the practice of manipulating the boundaries of electoral districts to favor one party or class, often resulting in districts with convoluted, irregular shapes designed to increase the voting power of the controlling party's supporters.