Ultimately, What Do Interest Groups Want from Policymakers

question 10

Multiple Choice

Ultimately, what do interest groups want from policymakers?

• A) They want policy that is beneficial for their groups.
• B) They want information that benefits their groups.
• C) They want monies for their special projects.
• D) They want unlimited access to the policymakers.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The unsettling sensation experienced when a person simultaneously upholds multiple conflicting beliefs, ideas, or values.

Group Members

Individuals who belong to a defined collective or team, sharing common goals or purposes.

Informational Social Influence

The process where individuals change their opinions or behavior in response to accessing new information or knowledge from others.

Group Standard

The norms and expectations that are established and shared by a group, guiding the behavior and attitudes of its members.