Question

Which of the following accurately describes a relationship that is illustrated by the iron triangle? (1 point)

Members of Congress help fund interest groups to make legislation and regulation.

Executive agencies provide favorable regulation to interest groups in exchange for campaign funding.

Executive agencies provide funds to members of Congress in exchange for favorable Olegislation.

Members of Congress create bills that support an interest group in exchange for campaign funding.

Answer 1

Members of Congress create bills that support an interest group in exchange for campaign funding.

(An iron triangle describes mutual exchanges among members of Congress, bureaucratic agencies, and interest groups — e.g., lawmakers offer favorable legislation/oversight while interest groups provide votes, information, and campaign contributions.)