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The media primarily influences the making of public policy by

A
urging people to take action.
B
condemning specific policy initiatives.
C
promoting specific policy initiatives.
D
providing information about a policy.
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Who might write a letter to their representatives about a policy issue?

A
individual citizens and the media
B
individual citizens and political parties
C
interest groups and the media
D
interest groups and individual citizens
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Which would most likely hold a fundraising campaign to elect a pro-gun senator?

A
a chamber of commerce
B
a group of individuals
C
a special interest group
D
a political party
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The first step in creating a public policy involves

A
implementing a plan.
B
enforcing a plan.
C
developing a plan.
D
identifying a problem.
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Which best describes the difference between economic and social policies?

A
Economic policies control the supply of money, while social policies manage spending.
B
Economic policies address educational issues, while social policies regulate businesses.
C
Economic policies fund public schools, while social policies provide Social Security.
D
Economic policies manage taxes, while social policies provide public assistance.
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An interest group hires lobbyists to

A
raise money for politicians.
B
influence legislators.
C
enact laws in its favor.
D
handle tough problems.

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