Which statement best explains why Progressives supported the adoption of the secret ballot?
A. They needed to gain the support of people who voted for political
machines.
B. They wanted to eliminate voter intimidation.
C. They knew their candidates were supported by most minority
voters.
O D. They hoped to increase voter turnout.

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