Which of the following is true of interest groups?
A) Only a few interest groups attempt to influence public officials in the government at the same time.
B) Interest groups only lobby the national government because at that level issues are more important than at other levels of government.
C) Having a large number of members helps an interest group have influence with government officials.
D) All interest groups need members to pay high dues so they can have a strong financial base.
E) All of the above are true.

Question

Which of the following is true of interest groups?
A) Only a few interest groups attempt to influence public officials in the government at the same time.
B) Interest groups only lobby the national government because at that level issues are more important than at other levels of government.
C) Having a large number of members helps an interest group have influence with government officials.
D) All interest groups need members to pay high dues so they can have a strong financial base.
E) All of the above are true.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Having a large number of members helps an interest group have influence with government officials. The larger the group, the more resources it can marshal and the more votes it can mobilize. Choices A, B, and D are not true statements about interest groups.

Which of the Following Is True of Interest Groups