Which of the following statements is true of the formation of interest groups?

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Interest groups are formed when the benefits of collective action outweigh the costs of organizing it. This means that individuals or organizations come together to advance a common interest or goal, such as lobbying for a particular policy or advocating for a certain issue. The formation of interest groups is based on shared interests, rather than nonaligned ones (choice C), and it requires specialization to focus on specific issues or strategies (choice B). While moral concerns may be a motivating factor for individuals to join an interest group, it is not the sole reason for its creation (choice A).

Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Formation