Question

Did Illinois gain or lose a representative? Because of which census?

a) Gain, 2020 Census
b) Gain, 2010 Census
c) Lose, 2020 Census
d) Lose, 2010 Census

Answer 1

Illinois lost a representative because of the 2020 Census.

Step-by-step explanation:

Every ten years, a census is conducted in the United States to count the population and determine the allocation of representatives to each state. Based on the results of the census, the boundaries of congressional districts may be adjusted. In the case of Illinois, the state lost a representative following the 2020 Census.