Even When There Is a Group of People Who Share

question 9

Multiple Choice

Even when there is a group of people who share policy goals, it is possible that there is no interest group representing them. This usually occurs because

• A) laws prevent interest groups from organizing.
• B) forming and maintaining a group presents numerous hurdles and obstacles.
• C) preexisting organizations will co-opt the issue to expand their membership base.
• D) the group has no financial support from large donors.

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Definitions:

U.S. Demand

The total desire or willingness to purchase goods and services in the United States, measured at a given price level and in a given time period.

Foreign Exchange

Foreign Exchange involves the trading of one currency for another, often conducted in the global foreign exchange market.

Demand Curve

A visual chart that illustrates the connection between a product's price and the amount of it consumers want to buy.

Currency Value

The worth of one country's currency in terms of another currency or standard measure.