In Cases Where the Goal of an Interest Group Can

question 45

Multiple Choice

In cases where the goal of an interest group can be described as having concentrated benefits and dispersed costs, there tends to be a(n) ___________ between supporters and opponents.

• A) long, drawn-out political battle
• B) period of political gridlock
• C) enthusiasm gap
• D) willingness to compromise
• E) None of the above.

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