The most important factor explaining the existence of farm subsidies in the United States is
a. demands for them from the general public.
b. demands by agricultural interest groups.
c. demands by professional economists.
d. the impact of international economic relations.
Answer: b
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false?
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a. intolerance. c. class antagonisms. b. racial hatred. d. all of the above.
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a. laissez-faire b. populist c. pluralist d. egalitarian
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