When a case that an interest group is interested in comes before the Supreme 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) appeal to case to a higher court
D) legally offer monetary incentives to the justices as long as the interest group is not a party to the case

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When an interest group is interested in a case before the Supreme Court, they can file an amicus curiae brief, also known as a "friend of the court" brief. This brief allows the interest group to present their analysis of the case and policy preferences to the Court. While interest groups may be able to meet with the justices in some cases, they cannot legally offer monetary incentives and they cannot appeal the case to a higher court.

When a Case That an Interest Group Is Interested in Comes