Two Political Science Students Are in a Discussion About Whether

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Multiple Choice

Two political science students are in a discussion about whether or not interest groups are dangerous to the American political system. Henry believes so because they stifle the interests of some groups, which causes an imbalance within the government. Shelby disagrees and believes that interest groups are actually beneficial. Which point can Shelby make to best support her argument?

• A) There are so many interests represented by interest groups, and each has an opportunity to enact change.
• B) The government favors the wealthier and more powerful groups, which represent the interests of the majority of citizens.
• C) The interest-group system provides equality of both opportunity and outcomes for various groups in America.
• D) The Founders encouraged the formation of interest groups, whose activities are protected by the First Amendment.

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Definitions:

Equity Sensitive

An individual's preference for fairness and equality in the distribution of resources and rewards.

Outcome/Input Ratio

A concept related to equity theory, referring to the proportion of rewards (outcomes) received relative to contributions (inputs) in a social exchange or workplace context.

Equity Theory

A theory of motivation that suggests individuals are motivated by a sense of fairness in their interactions and compensation.

Inputs And Outcomes

In the context of organizations, inputs refer to the resources used to produce goods or services, while outcomes are the results of the organization's efforts.