You are a consultant hired to advise state legislators on redistricting plans. A prominent party leader suggested packing a district. Given that your job is to explain the full consequences of this action, what is one disadvantage that you should mention?

a. Packing involves complicated logistics.
b. Packing rarely produces a long-term advantage for a political party.
c. Packing is typically challenged in court.
d. Packing a district can dilute the party's strength in adjacent districts.

Answer: d

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