Lobbying Is Best Defined As

question 25

Multiple Choice

Lobbying is best defined as:

• A) the attempts to shape public opinion through online campaigns.
• B) the indirect techniques used by government officials to gain the confidence of interest groups.
• C) the direct attempts by individuals or organizations to influence administrative decisions of government.
• D) the peaceful demonstrations that are designed to make a statement about a group's interests.
• E) the evaluation of performance of legislators based on how often they have voted with an interest group's position on particular issues.

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