Information Is a Key Source of Power for Interest Groups

question 19

Multiple Choice

Information is a key source of power for interest groups because ______.

• A) these groups are often the only sources of information on the potential or actual impact of a law or regulation
• B) members of Congress often provide detailed information to friendly interest groups
• C) information always overpowers other resources such as money, size, and intensity
• D) these groups often gather information on political officials to use against them
• E) presidents often provide detailed information to friendly interest groups

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Definitions:

Job Related

Pertaining to duties, activities, or tasks performed as part of one's employment or position.

Prima Facie Case

Evidence that, unless rebutted, would be sufficient to prove a particular proposition or fact in court.

Discrimination

Unfair or unequal treatment of individuals based on certain protected characteristics such as race, gender, age, or disability.

Protected Class

Groups of people legally shielded from discrimination by law based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, disability, and religion.