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Interest groups have the following traits They_______________?

Correct answer: D. are only accountable to themselves

  • A. present official candidates to the electorate
  • B. have the goal of complete control of the government
  • C. put their names on ballots
  • D. are only accountable to themselves

Explanation

Interest groups seek to influence government rather than nominate candidates or take complete control of government. Unlike political parties, they are not directly accountable to the entire electorate and primarily answer to their own members or supporters.

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