When a case that an interest group is interested in,but not actually sponsoring,comes before a court,the group can __________.
A)meet with judges to explain the group's policy preferences
B)file an amicus curiae brief to present the group's analysis of the case
C)file an appeal to move the case to a different court
D)file a petition to get the group added to the list of plaintiffs

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When an interest group is interested in a case but not sponsoring it, they can file an amicus curiae brief to present their analysis of the case to the court. This allows the group to communicate their policy preferences to the court without actually being a party to the case. Option A is incorrect as judges are not allowed to meet with interest groups outside of the courtroom. Option C and D are incorrect as interest groups cannot file an appeal or petition to become a plaintiff in a case they are not sponsoring.

When a Case That an Interest Group Is Interested In,but