These are organizations created to raise and spend money to influence politics and contribute to candidates' campaigns.

• A. Grassroots organizations
• B. Nonprofit organizations
• C. Political action committees
• D. Political parties

Answer: (C)

This question tests understanding of groups formed specifically to raise funds for political influence through campaign contributions. Political Action Committees are created to collect money from members or supporters and then spend that money to support or oppose candidates and to influence elections, with formal reporting and contribution limits overseen by election authorities. This focus on raising funds and using them directly to affect electoral outcomes is what sets PACs apart. Grassroots groups mobilize people to persuade others and influence policy through action rather than direct campaign contributions; nonprofits may engage in advocacy but aren’t primarily donor-funded committees for campaigns; political parties organize and coordinate campaigns for their nominees, not solely operate as donor-collection entities.