Which of the Following Is Probably NOT a Way That

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is probably NOT a way that public hearings and testimony affect policy?

• A) They frequently change the opinions of legislators.
• B) They build a record of legislative intent that may be used later by courts and administrative agencies.
• C) They are a good place to educate the public about a topic.
• D) They are a good place to gain attention about a topic.
• E) All of these are ways that public hearings and testimony affect policy.

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