AARP Lobbies Aggressively for the Interests of Retired Persons

question 78

Multiple Choice

AARP lobbies aggressively for the interests of retired persons. For example, AARP has been instrumental in obtaining medical benefits for senior citizens. Such behavior on the part of AARP is called

• A) government failure.
• B) discrimination.
• C) consumer loss.
• D) rent-seeking behavior.

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Definitions:

Routine Request

A standard or common request for information, services, or action, typically part of regular operations or procedures.

Routine Requests

Standard or regular inquiries or appeals made in a professional or organizational context.

Audience Compliance

The degree to which an audience follows, agrees with, or acts upon the requests or suggestions made by a speaker or writer.

Recommendation

A suggested course of action.