Interest Groups Play an Important Role in Our Judicial System

question 39

Multiple Choice

Interest groups play an important role in our judicial system because

• A) they have the opportunity to veto judicial nominations.
• B) they help to fund the judicial review board.
• C) Madison stipulated their role in Federalist #10.
• D) they bring to trial cases of discrimination, civil liberties cases, and more than a third of cases involving business matters.
• E) they frequently are defendants in class-action suits.

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The expense associated with choosing not to pursue the second-best option during decision-making.

Insurance Premium

The amount of money an individual or business must pay for an insurance policy, securing protection or coverage against specific risks.

Credit Period

The length of time allowed by a creditor for a borrower to make payment on a merchandise or loan without incurring interest or penalties.

Work-in-progress

Inventory that includes materials that have been partially processed but are not yet finished goods in the manufacturing process.