Which of the Following Factors Explains Why Managers of Government

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors explains why managers of government agencies (the public sector) have little incentive to operate efficiently?

• A) It is relatively easy for voters to detect operational inefficiency in the public sector and do something to correct it.
• B) Public-sector managers face fierce competition.
• C) Public-sector managers have no fear of losses and bankruptcy when operational efficiency is not achieved.
• D) All of the above explain why government agencies have little incentive to be efficient.

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