Kuhn Says a Paradigm Succeeds When

question 11

Multiple Choice

Kuhn says a paradigm succeeds when:

• A) it is proven right.
• B) it attracts enough important followers.
• C) enough evidence accumulates in its favor.
• D) it solves all the problems left by its predecessor.
• E) None of the above

Identify the informational benefits provided by many interest groups to their members.

Distinguish the different strategies interest groups use to influence public policy and opinion.

Recognize the significance of litigation as a strategy by interest groups to influence policy.

Understand the concept and components of an iron triangle.

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Definitions:

Medication

Drugs or other substances used to treat, prevent, or diagnose illness and improve health.

Financial Assistance

Monetary support provided to individuals or organizations, often aimed at alleviating poverty or facilitating access to services.

User Cost

The expense of utilizing a good or service, including opportunity costs and depreciation.

Slippery Slope

A logical fallacy that argues a relatively small first step leads to a chain of related events culminating in some significant effect, often used as a form of argument to caution against a course of action.