Which of the following best describes the difference between interest groups and political parties?
a. Interest groups can run candidates for election directly, whereas political parties cannot.
b. Political parties can run candidates for election directly, whereas interest groups cannot.
c. Interest groups can raise money under a false name, whereas political parties cannot.
d. Interest groups focus on a wide array of issues, whereas political parties have a narrower scope.
Answer: B
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