In the Logic of Collective Action, Mancur Olson Challenged the Pluralist

question 87

Multiple Choice

In The Logic of Collective Action, Mancur Olson challenged the pluralist assumption that

• A)individuals always act according to their own self-interests.
• B)political representation is responsive to the influence of interest groups.
• C)organizations tend to dissolve away after their primary mission is accomplished.
• D)common interests among individuals automatically transform into group action.

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Definitions:

Histamine

A compound released by cells in response to injury and in allergic and inflammatory reactions, causing contraction of smooth muscle and dilation of capillaries.

Localized

Restricted to a specific area or part of the body.

Numbness

A loss of sensation or feeling in a part of the body, often indicating an underlying medical condition or nerve damage.

Redness

Redness is a common sign of inflammation or irritation, often indicating an area of the skin that is reacting to an injury, infection, or another stimulus.