A natonal pet food company wants to create a new pet food for the most popular pet in America which of the following would be the best way to accurately determine whether this pet is the dog or cat

Actually, the most popular pet in the US is a Freshwater Fish, followed by a cat, then a dog. (according to World Atlas and numerous other sites)

Explanation:

an interest group is an organization whose members share common concerns, and try to influence government policies that impact those concerns. elected officials frequently complain about the influence of "special interests" on american politics.