Why Are a High Percentage of Texas Legislators Lawyers and Businesspeople

Why are a high percentage of Texas legislators lawyers and businesspeople?

A) They are more skilled and experienced in the kind of high-pressure legal, political, and competitive demands associated with being a legislator.
B) They are wealthier and better able to accept the meager pay and irregular legislative sessions.
C) Their jobs are less demanding, which gives them additional time to serve as legislators.
D) Government decisions have a greater impact on lawyers and businesspeople.
E) The Constitution give preferential treatment to those in the legal and business professions in terms of easier access to the ballot.