Which of the following statements, if true, would confirm the theory of pluralism?
a. Elected officials rarely take into account the views of interest groups.
b. The number of interest groups in Washington, D.C., has decreased over the past several decades.
c. Elected officials seek out the opinions of multiple interest groups when creating policy.
d. Membership in labor unions has remained stable over the past several decades.
Answer: c
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