Which model posits that public policy is largely determined by a small, influential group that shares similar values and interests?
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Correct answer: Elite Theory
Elite Theory suggests that a small minority (the elite) holds the most power and that public policy reflects the values of this elite rather than the demands of the masses. The masses are seen as largely passive and ill-informed.
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