Which of the Following Statements,if True,would Undermine the Theory of Pluralism

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements,if true,would undermine the theory of pluralism?

• A) Members of Congress have become increasingly dependent on political action committee (PAC) contributions to fund their campaigns.
• B) Political action committees (PACs) are not always successful in securing favorable government policies.
• C) Individuals with shared grievances do not always come together to form interest groups.
• D) The number of interest groups with lobbyists in Washington, D.C., has increased over the past several decades.

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Definitions:

Equity

The ownership value held in assets after all debts and liabilities have been subtracted, often referred to as shareholder's equity in a corporation.

Finance

The science of managing funds, including the processes of borrowing, investing, saving, and forecasting.

Agency Problem

A conflict of interest arising between principals (such as shareholders) and agents (like company executives) due to differing goals.

Store Locations

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