A major criticism of interest groups is that they ........

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A major criticism of interest groups is that they...

result in greater influence for some groups than others, whether or not they are widely popular.

invariably advocate policies which would lead to higher public expenditure.

invariably seek media attention through sensational tactics.

are always dominated by people with extreme views.

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Explanation:

Interest groups often support policies which would lead to higher public expenditure (answer b), but this is not always the case. It is equally wrong to equate them with extremists (answer d); many interest groups work for causes which command widespread support from political 'moderates'. Some adopt sensational tactics, but others work quietly behind the scenes