Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Way in Which

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the way in which political parties perform the function of coordinating policymaking?

• A) The political party is usually the major institution through which the executive and legislative branches cooperate with each other.
• B) Political parties help educate the public about important political issues.
• C) The "out party" does what it can to influence the "in party" and its policies.
• D) Political parties are essentially coalitions-alliances of individuals and groups with a variety of concerns and opinions who join together to support the party's platform, or parts of it.
• E) Political parties take care of a large number of small and routine tasks that are essential to the smooth functioning of the electoral process.

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