When It Comes to the Use of Lobbyists to Promote

question 46

Multiple Choice

When it comes to the use of lobbyists to promote the needs of local government,which is an argument not used by critics?

• A)Local government advocacy is a responsibility best met by local elected officials.
• B)Taxpayers should not have to foot the bill for lobbyists.
• C)Money dedicated to lobbyists would be better spent on services and projects,especially when local governments face financial shortfalls.
• D)Local governments need additional leverage when it comes to combating unfunded mandates.

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Definitions:

Alternative Hypotheses

Statements positing a specific relationship or difference between variables, considered when the null hypothesis is suspected to be false.

Test Statistic

A value derived from sample data used in hypothesis testing to determine whether to reject the null hypothesis.

Null Hypothesis

A statistical hypothesis that assumes no significant difference or effect exists between specified populations or parameters.

Alternative Hypothesis

A hypothesis that contradicts the null hypothesis by stating there is a statistically significant effect or relationship between variables.