Question 32
Political Parties and Party SystemsThe functions of political parties include the following except
- A.being brokers of ideas
- B.influencing policies of the government
- C.educating the electorate by clarifying issues
- D.disseminating information to members.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (influencing policies of the government)
Explanation
Parties aim to form the government themselves; merely influencing government policy is the work of pressure groups.