It Is Difficult for Political Scientists to Categorize Unrepresented Interests

question 38

Multiple Choice

It is difficult for political scientists to categorize unrepresented interests because

• A) there are no constitutional means for unorganized interests to compete for attention.
• B) there are no organizations that can present their identities and demands.
• C) there are no measurements of interests and needs outside of representation.
• D) there are no legitimate interests that do not already have representation.
• E) these interests often want to stay hidden from public view.

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Definitions:

Stage Theory Approach

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Child Development

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Developmental Stage

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