What is an iron triangle?
A. a joining together of interest groups or individuals to achieve common goals
B. an alliance of common interest among an interest group, a congressional committee, and a bureaucratic agency
C. an activity directed at government officials with the hope of influencing their decision
D. an organization that solicits and receives campaign contributions from corporations, unions, trade associations, and other groups
Answer: B
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