According to the disturbance theory, interest groups form _________.

A. when factional interests influence individual rights and disturb the collective well-being of the country
B. when individuals' interests are threatened by changes in the social and economic environment or in government policy.
C. when many members of a population attempt to benefit from an activity, or a policy that activity is trying to influence, even if they did not actively participate in the effort
D. when multiple groups and interests make demands on government, and government ignores the demands


Answer: B

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