A potentially negative aspect of interest groups is that they might A. keep close tabs on the work of various public agencies. B. provide detailed information to the government. C. use tactics that could undermine the political system. D. oppose policies they see as threats to their interests.

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User: A potentially negative aspect of interest groups is that they might A. keep close tabs on the work of various public agencies. B. provide detailed information to the government. C. use tactics that could undermine the political system. D. oppose policies they see as threats to their interests.

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User: Which of the following would be an example of a public-interest group? A. A group lobbying for an increase in the minimum wage B. A group lobbying to increase fuel efficiency standards in all vehicles C. A group lobbying for tax breaks for hybrid vehicle owners D. A group lobbying for larger parking spaces to accommodate SUVs

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A group lobbying to increase fuel efficiency standards in all vehicles would be an example of a public-interest group.

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