Which of the following statements about standing committees is not true?
a. They have fixed jurisdictions and stable memberships that facilitate specialization.
b. The seats on each of the standing committees is equally divided between the parties to foster a more cooperative legislative process.
c. Committee membership is generally stable, but changes occur when legislators seize opportunities to move up to committees they deem more important and desirable.
d. Members pursue committee assignments that allow them to serve special constituent interests as well as their own power and policy goals.
b. The seats on each of the standing committees is equally divided between the parties to foster a more cooperative legislative process.
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