1.3 Competing Theories of Democracy

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In which type of democracy do citizens have a high degree of direct involvement in decision-making?

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Participatory democracy

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Which type of democracy emphasizes the importance of interest groups and organizations in influencing government policies?

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Pluralist democracy

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In which type of democracy, power is concentrated in the hands of small privileged group?

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Elitist democracy

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Which type of democracy believes that government decisions should reflect the will of the majority of the people?

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Participatory democracy

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In a society where various interest groups compete for influence over government policies, which type of democracy is likely at play?

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Pluralist democracy

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In which type of democracy is there a strong emphasis on equal access to political resources and opportunities for all citizens?

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Participatory democracy

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Which type of democracy assumes that the government should serve the interests of a select few who are highly educated and informed?

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Elitist democracy

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In a democracy where citizens actively engage in grassroots movements and town hall meetings, which type of democracy is most likely in practice?

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Participatory democracy

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In which type of democracy, interest groups play a key role in shaping government policies by representing various societal interests?

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Pluralist democracy

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If a democracy values the protection of individual liberties and limits government intervention in private matters, which type of democracy is it often associated with?

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Pluralist democracy