Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Theory of Pluralism

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the theory of pluralism?

• A)No matter whom one asks there is general agreement that a small group of people are the power brokers in a community.
• B)Corporate members of a community are active in some way, in different policy areas, and have an equal effect on the community's decisions.
• C)The "powers that be," generally those with a large amount of control over the local economy, are the real power brokers in a community.
• D)A variety of people in a community are active (not just the power elite), and generally different people are active in different policy areas.
• E)A plurality of values, specific to a community, is the underlying source of community power.

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Definitions:

Pillbox

A small container used to store pills, often designed with compartments for different days of the week or times of day.

Application

The act of applying or a formal request for something, typically a job, membership, or permission to use software.

Inhalants

Substances that produce chemical vapors, which, when inhaled, can cause mind-altering effects and are often misused.

Breathed In

The act of inhaling air or gas into the lungs.