A Person Who Represents the Interests of Someone Else in an Attempt

question 37

Multiple Choice

A person who represents the interests of someone else in an attempt to influence the actions of government is called ________.

• A)a lobbyist
• B)a political operative
• C)a special interest
• D)a flack
• E)a front

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Definitions:

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions such as heartbeat, digestion, and breathing.

Somatic

Relating to the body, especially as distinct from the mind or emotions; often used in reference to bodily symptoms with no apparent physical cause.

Parasympathetic

The part of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy as it slows the heart rate, increases intestinal and gland activity, and relaxes sphincter muscles.

Cortex

The Cortex is the outermost layer of the brain's cerebrum, involved in higher brain functions such as thought, memory, and decision making.