Question

lobbying spending in the us 1998 - 2012 which of byrds views does the information in the graph support? the rise in spending shows that lobbying is not an important part of lawmaking. the recent decline in spending is a sign that the era of lobbying is coming to an end. as more money is spent, lobbyings influence needs to be watched closely. limits need to be placed on the amount that can be spent on lobbying.

Explanation:

The graph shows an overall increase in lobbying spending from 1998 - 2012. This rise implies that lobbying is significant (so the first option is wrong). The decline in 2012 is just one - year data and not enough to say lobbying is ending (second option wrong). The graph doesn’t directly show a call for limits (fourth option). But with more money spent (as per the graph), it makes sense that its influence should be monitored closely.

Answer:

As more money is spent, lobbying’s influence needs to be watched closely.