According to the Rational Actor Theory

question 13

Multiple Choice

According to the rational actor theory,

• A) calculating the costs of political participation is important, but calculating the benefits is not.
• B) calculating the benefits of political participation is important, but calculating the costs is not.
• C) a rational actor will not engage in any type of political participation.
• D) a rational actor would likely decide not to vote in a presidential race.
• E) a rational actor will do everything possible to counteract free riders.

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Definitions:

Silicon Tetrahedron

A structural unit in silicate minerals, consisting of four oxygen atoms surrounding a silicon atom in a tetrahedral shape.

Cleavage

The tendency of a mineral to break along flat surfaces as determined by the mineral's crystal structure.

Silicate Mineral

Minerals that contain silicon and oxygen, and sometimes other elements, which make up the majority of the Earth's crust.

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