An Interest Group Is Defined as an Organized Group of Individuals

question 74

Multiple Choice

An interest group is defined as an organized group of individuals or organizations that:

• A) meets every so often, collects dues, and involves themselves in various community, and sometimes state and national, affairs.
• B) attempts to influence government policies.
• C) just tries to get officials who will do their bidding elected, largely through campaign contributions and independent advertising.
• D) is synonymous with a political action committee, in seeking to influence government and the outcome of elections.

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