Asked by Raman Dhillon on Sep 26, 2024
Which of the following statements best describes the representation of women and minorities
In the U.S.Congress?
A) Representation of women and minorities has decreased by one-third since the 1970s.
B) Representation of women and minorities has increased over the past two decades but is not comparable to their proportions in the general population.
C) Women are underrepresented in Congress,but there is a disproportionate representation of minorities in Congress.
D) Since the mid-1990s,the number of women and minorities in Congress has roughly reflected their proportions in the general population.
Representation
The action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or the state of being so represented, particularly in a legislative or political context.
Minorities
Groups in a population that are smaller in number and often have different ethnic, racial, religious, or cultural characteristics from the majority of the population.
Women
Adult human females.
- Explore the representation and diversity among the members of the U.S. Congress.
Learning Objectives
- Explore the representation and diversity among the members of the U.S. Congress.