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Apportionment--A Decennial Problem.

Authors :
Sullivan, John J.
Source :
Mathematics Teacher. Jan 1982 75(1):20-25.
Publication Year :
1982

Abstract

Problems with apportioning seats within the House of Representatives every 10 years are discussed. The history of the problem and the nature of the politics involved are reviewed, and the current method in use is detailed along with its flaws. A call for a more sensible system is made. (MP)

Details

Language :
English
Volume :
75
Issue :
1
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Mathematics Teacher
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ258388
Document Type :
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