Question 21
Pressure GroupsThe main role of pressure groups is to
- A.influence the Legislature and the Executive to make decisions favourable to them
- B.inject emotional and selfish issues into national debates
- C.influence the general public
- D.use all means, including bribery, to achieve their objectives
- E.assist selected multinational corporations in fulfilling their objectives
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (influence the Legislature and the Executive to make decisions favourable to them)
Explanation
Pressure groups exist to influence lawmakers and the executive to take decisions that favour their members.