According to Pluralist Theory, Interest Groups Do Not Pose a Threat

question 20

Multiple Choice

According to pluralist theory, interest groups do not pose a threat to the public good because

• A)public policy emerges from the balance of competing interests.
• B)their influence is tightly limited by the federal government.
• C)all their actions are open to public scrutiny.
• D)they exert little influence over Congress and the executive branch.

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Pricing

The point at which the supply of a product matches demand, setting the market price.

Deadweight Loss

A loss in economic efficiency that can occur when equilibrium for a good or a service is not achieved or is not achievable.

Imposition

The act of establishing or applying something by authority or force, often referring to taxes, duties, or policies.

Tax

A necessary tax or other charge placed on individuals by a government agency, with the purpose of generating revenue for government operations and miscellaneous public outlays.