Which of the following is a defining characteristic of an interest group?
a. Members of interest groups cannot run for and win political office.
b. Members of interest groups can contest for elections without being a member of any political party.
c. Interest groups persuade officeholders to see things their way.
d. Interest groups do not contribute to and raise money for election candidates.
Answer: C
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a. political b. virtual c. public d. private
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