When does divided government frequently occur?
a. when special-interest groups achieve more influence in Congress
b. when the president's party loses congressional seats in the midterm elections
c. when the president's party gains congressional seats in the midterm elections
d. when it is time to appoint new Supreme Court justices
Answer: b
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