Which of the Following Is NOT a Characteristic of Interest

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of interest groups?

• A) Some interest groups are motivated by a desire to advance a general cause by fielding candidates for political office to oppose those running under the two major party labels.
• B) It is common for a single corporation to maintain an office in Washington in order to keep an eye on activities that might affect the company.
• C) Large-membership organizations with substantial resources can usually gain a hearing in Congress or the executive branch for their views.
• D) Most public interest groups are large-scale organizations that depend on donations from their massive list of members to finance the group's activities.
• E) none of the above

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