When lobbyists deal directly with legislators and their staff to seek a narrow policy change, they are engaging in a(n)

The best way of minimizing measurement error is to

A) develop and use an excellent operational definition of the measurement procedures. B) check the data at least twice before entering it. C) be sure to employ the appropriate statistical test. D) give participants enough time to complete the research tasks.

According to pluralism, when different organized groups bargain with each other for power, the government acts essentially as a ________

a. liaison b. referee c. facilitator d. barrier e. negotiator