Question

which of these are true of political action committees (pacs) but not of interest groups? choose two answers.
☐ pacs promote social causes.
☐ pacs provide financial support to political campaigns.
☐ pacs are international organizations.
☐ pacs are supported by corporate interests.
☐ pacs are regulated by the federal election commission.

Explanation:

• PACs provide financial support to political campaigns: This is a key function of PACs. While interest groups may advocate for policies, direct financial support to campaigns (in the form of contributions) is a more distinct PAC - related activity.
• PACs are regulated by the Federal Election Commission: The Federal Election Commission (FEC) has specific regulations regarding PACs, such as contribution limits, reporting requirements. Interest groups, especially those not directly involved in campaign finance, are not under the same FEC - specific regulatory framework.

• PACs promote social causes: Interest groups also promote social causes. For example, environmental interest groups promote environmental protection (a social cause).
• PACs are international organizations: Most PACs are domestic (in the context of the country where they operate, e.g., in the US). Interest groups can also be domestic.
• PACs are supported by corporate interests: Interest groups can also be supported by corporate interests. For example, a business - related interest group may have corporate members.

Answer:

PACs provide financial support to political campaigns, PACs are regulated by the Federal Election Commission.