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What is the Alabama paradox?

To Explain:
The meaning of the Alabama Paradox.
Answer to Problem 1CT
Solution:
When a state or party loses a seat due to an increase in the number of seats in the legislature, then this is known as the Alabama paradox. This situation is referred to as the Alabama paradox, because it first occurred when Alabama lost a representative with an increase in the number of House members from 299 to 300. Another important point is that no state had a change in population. Alabama which had 8 representatives in a 299-member house was left with only 7 representatives in a 300-member house.
Explanation of Solution
When a state or party loses a seat due to an increase in the number of seats in the legislature, then this is known as the Alabama paradox. This situation is referred to as the Alabama paradox, because it first occurred when Alabama lost a representative with an increase in the number of House members from 299 to 300. Another important point is that no state had a change in population. Alabama which had 8 representatives in a 299-member house was left with only 7 representatives in a 300-member house.
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