Which of the following conditions would provide support for the theory of pluralism?
A) The number of interest groups in Washington, D.C., has decreased over the past several decades.
B) Elected officials rarely take into account the views of interest groups.
C) Economic interests have more lobbyists in Washington, D.C., than do other types of organizations.
D) Elected officials seek out the opinions of multiple interest groups when creating policy.

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The theory of pluralism posits that multiple interest groups compete against each other for influence over policy-making. Thus, if elected officials seek out the opinions of multiple interest groups when creating policy, it provides support for this theory.

Which of the Following Conditions Would Provide Support for the Theory