Which of the following statements about pressure groups is true?

A.

They have no influence on the decision-making process

B.

They can have both positive and negative impact on the government

C.

They operate independently of the government

D.

They are only concerned with social issues

Correct answer is B

Pressure groups can have both positive and negative impacts on the government. On the positive side, they can bring important issues to the attention of the government and the public. On the negative side, they can exert undue influence on the government and can lead to policies that favor a specific group at the expense of the wider society.