From a functionalist perspective, the role and functions of government and the political system includes the belief that
a. There is a power elite of wealthy Americans who exercise real decision-making power
b. No one group can dominate the system, and many different groups can exercise veto power
c. Real decision making takes place behind the scenes by professional bureaucrats, the military and corporate leaders
d. The executive branch and a few powerful lobbyists for major companies make most of the decisions
ANS: b
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