[Solved] A common assumption that economists make about the behavior of elected officials is that they try to A)maximize the size of their government salaries B)maximize the size of their control over the budget process C)maximize the number of votes they receive in the next election D)minimize the government's expenditures in order to balance the budget E)conform to the wishes of special interest groups so that the government behaves as a single, consistent decision maker Symbolic Distance Effect: The phenomenon where the cognitive distance between symbols affects the speed and accuracy of processing those symbols. Mouse: A small rodent characteristically having a pointed snout, small rounded ears, and a long naked or almost hairless tail. House: A building for human habitation, typically consisting of multiple rooms and facilities to support daily living. Rat: A small rodent known for its importance in scientific research and its ability to adapt to various environments.