Empirical is information or learning based on observation.
Humanism is the secular intellectualism based on Greek and Roman philosophy.
Secular is not spiritual or religious in nature.
Absolutism is a political system whose ruler is unchecked and absolute.
Monarch is a ruler for life or hereditary right.
Reform is to change or improve something by correcting for faults and abused.

the spinning wheel to produce textiles, the water wheel used to power machinery and the steam engine were invented. These inventions aided in speeding up the production of manufactured items.
The answer is: D. because interest groups demand that they are heard on certain issues
Interest groups are known for their advocacy on certain issues in which they have concerns, opinions or ideas. These groups have a major influence on public opinion, policy creation and modification.
With that in mind, it would beneficial for legislators <u>to ask interest groups for their help in shaping public policy since they speak for what the large part the community demands.</u>