According to Table 12

question 72

Multiple Choice

According to Table 12.3 in the text,what are the most common lobbying techniques in the executive branch?

• A)engaging in e-mail,letter,telegram,or telephone campaigns and attempting to place an initiative or referendum on the ballot
• B)interacting with special agencies that advise the chief executive and testifying at agency hearings
• C)making monetary contributions to candidates and joining coalitions with other organizations or lobbyists
• D)meeting personally with agency personnel and submitting written comments on proposed rules or regulations
• E)meeting personally with legislators or their aides and testifying at legislative hearings

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