Which of the following best describes the situation that farmers faced due to the poor
economic conditions in America in the
1780's?

A. they had no trouble paying their bills

B. economic problems do not apply to farmers

C. they could not sell enough goods to pay their bills

D. they were producing too many goods

Interest groups representing businesses and investors are often among the most successful lobbying groups for all of the following reasons, except a. such groups have the financial resources to mount sustained campaigns on their own behalf b. these groups' members contribute heavily to many legislators' campaigns and in so doing gain greater access to legislators c. these groups have often been in existence for decades, allowing them to both master the legislative system and develop close ties with legislators d. the members of these groups make up the majority of voters in many districts