Which of these functions is performed by both political parties and pressure groups?
interest aggregation and articulation
source of mediation in a state
provision of specialized information
seeking to manage the affairs of the state
Correct answer is A
Political parties and pressure groups work to achieve democratic goals. In a democracy, political parties and pressure or special interest groups are free to develop policies to achieve goals they have created. They also are free to work to elect candidates that will support and will advance those policies.