2020 Census Data: 6 States To Gain Seats, 7 To Lose A Seat

2020 Census Data: 6 States To Gain Seats, 7 To Lose A Seat

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The Census Bureau's 2020 apportionment data reveals changes in congressional seats and Electoral College votes for the next decade. Six states, including Texas and Florida, will gain seats, while seven states, such as California and New York, will lose seats. This shift impacts political representation and electoral influence across the United States.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of the Census Bureau's apportionment data?

To determine the number of seats in the Senate.

To allocate federal funding to states.

To assess the population growth rate of each state.

To decide the number of seats and Electoral College votes each state receives.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state is set to gain two seats according to the 2020 Census data?

Florida

Montana

Texas

North Carolina

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many states are gaining seats as per the 2020 Census data?

Four

Seven

Five

Six

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following states will lose a seat based on the 2020 Census data?

Oregon

California

Texas

Florida

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many states are losing a seat according to the 2020 Census data?

Five

Eight

Six

Seven