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Interest Groups and Lobbying — Quiz

Question 4 • Principles of American Democracy

Do lobbyists exert influence among all three branches of government? Why or why not?

Answer
A
No, the courts are immune to outside influences.
B
Yes, they advise on rules and legislation and file briefs with the courts.
C
Yes, they influence the election of officials to all three branches.
D
No, they focus on developing legislation.

Explanation

Lobbyists can work with the legislative branch on bills, with executive agencies on regulations, and with the judicial branch by filing briefs that present arguments in court cases. Therefore, they can exert influence across all three branches. Choice B describes these activities; courts are not completely immune to outside arguments.

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