Looking at Humor from a Functional Viewpoint,jokes

question 85

Multiple Choice

Looking at humor from a functional viewpoint,jokes

• A)are often used to safely express potentially disruptive sentiments.
• B)are often used to relieve tension in an uncomfortable situation.
• C)can be used as a form of tact,stating,"Hey,it was only a joke!"
• D)All of these responses are correct.

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Entities that strive to shape public policy and government actions to benefit their particular interests or advocacies.

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Interest Group

An organization formed to influence public policy and legislation in favor of its members' common interests.