Suppose an organization that represents the interests of farmers is working with the Environmental Protection Agency to reach an agreement that would allow farmers to use a specific type of fertilizer that might contaminate run-off water but will improve crop yields and boost export revenue. What is this an example of?

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This scenario describes one side of an iron triangle, which is a mutually beneficial relationship between a government agency, interest group, and legislative committee. In this case, the organization representing farmers is the interest group, the Environmental Protection Agency is the government agency, and presumably some relevant legislative committee is involved. The agreement represents an example of a compromise that benefits all three parties, with the farmers gaining the ability to use a specific type of fertilizer, the government agency being able to regulate its use and prevent excessive contamination, and the legislative committee potentially gaining support from both farmers and environmental advocates.

Suppose an Organization That Represents the Interests of Farmers Is