Which of the Following Is True of Interest Groups

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of interest groups?

• A) Only a few interest groups attempt to influence public officials in the government at the same time.
• B) Interest groups only lobby the national government because at that level issues are more important than at other levels of government.
• C) Having a large number of members helps an interest group to influence government officials.
• D) All interest groups need members to pay high dues so they can have a strong financial base.
• E) All of the above are true.

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