Groups of Citizens Whose Interests Are Affected by an Agency

question 78

Multiple Choice

Groups of citizens whose interests are affected by an agency and who work to influence its policies are called ______.

• A) grassroots organizations
• B) clientele groups
• C) constituencies
• D) political parties
• E) public interest groups

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Definitions:

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