According to Olson, small, well-organized groups often override ...

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According to Olson, small, well-organized groups often override the broader public interest because they __________.
 
  a. have much to gain from favorable but narrow laws and rulings, so they lobby intensely
  b. have an easier time attracting wealthy donors, so they are better-funded than other groups
  c. know that their interests are not well understood, so they spend a lot of money on advertising
  d. understand how to manipulate public opinion better, so they influence politicians more than other groups

Question 2

Which statement explains how economics have transformed authoritarian regimes in recent decades?
 
  a. Growing economies have spurred democratic transitions.
  b. Stagnating economies have spurred a return of totalitarianism.
  c. Growing economies have solidified personalistic dictatorships.
  d. Stagnating economies have produced successful democratic revolutions.

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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

a