Which of the Following Is a Pluralist Belief

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a pluralist belief?

• A)Only wealthy interests have influence over government decisions.
• B)Government decisions reflect the preferences of elites.-Consider This: This is an argument of the elitist theory and not the pluralist theory.
• C)A rough approximation of the public interest emerges from competition between groups.
• D)Policymakers care more about public opinion than interest groups' preferences.

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Definitions:

Maladaptive Behaviors

Actions or reactions that may provide short-term relief or escape from stress but ultimately lead to dysfunctional outcomes or interfere with normal living, well-being, or social interaction.

Unconditional Positive Regard

A caring, accepting, nonjudgmental attitude, which Carl Rogers believed would help people develop self-awareness and self-acceptance.

Operant Conditioning

A learning tactic where behavioral magnitude is conditioned by rewards or disciplinary actions.

Eclectic

Selecting or employing individual elements from a variety of sources, systems, or styles.