In which of the following scenarios did Congress choose a policy in response to the opinion of a politically engaged minority rather than the opinion of the majority of Americans? A. Small business associations presented strong opposition to the passage of the Affordable Care Act.

B. Lobbying groups that did not favor guaranteeing women’s rights blocked ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment.

C. The strength of support from the NAACP forced Congress to pass the 24th amendment despite opposition in many states.

D. Nationwide efforts by the National Rifle Association and other gun supporters have kept Congress from considering gun-control measures.