What is responsible for the power and influence of interest groups?
a. The legislature's need for constituent support for the passage of bills.
b. The legislature's volume of work and short time to accomplish it.
c. The legislature's ability to accept outside funds to help garner support from fellow politicians.
d. The legislature's desire to secure the support of influential interest groups.
Answer: B
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