Question

________________ argues that power rests in the hands of a small number of wealthy and powerful individuals (such as corporate executives and top government officials).

Answer 1

Answer:Elite theory

Explanation:In political science and sociology, elite theory is a theory which explains how power is divided amongst society.This theory states that only a minority group which is made of economic elite are the ones who have more power. They are the ones who influences the policy making process and they have a powerful influence on the decision made by the government, they work unified whilst the non elites are powerless and diverse.