Which Is a Major Shortcoming of a Government That Is

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which is a major shortcoming of a government that is heavily influenced by interest groups?

• A)Minority rights will receive more attention than the broader public good.
• B)Public policy will be skewed toward the groups that have the largest membership.
• C)Political parties will become irrelevant because of greater public support for interest groups.
• D)Many people do not have the resources to organize into a group that can influence the government.

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Definitions:

Egalitarian

Based on the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities.

Equal Share

A division of assets, resources, or responsibilities among parties where each receives an identical portion or amount.

Distributive Justice

The ethical principle concerned with the fair allocation of resources among members of a community.

Human Enhancement

refers to the application of scientific and technological advancements to improve the physical and cognitive abilities of humans beyond their natural limitations.