Indirect techniques used by interest groups include
A. approaching officials personally to press a case.
B. strategies that use the general public or individuals to influence the government for the interest group.
C. illegal tactics such as bribes and payoffs.
D. paying members of Congress as consultants in return for favorable votes on issues important to the interest group.
E. testifying before congressional committees.
Answer: B
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