In Which One of the Following Situations Is the Political

question 127

Multiple Choice

In which one of the following situations is the political process most likely to result in both the acceptance of efficient (productive) programs and the rejection of inefficient (counterproductive) political activities?

• A) The people who benefit from a government program pay the costs of the program roughly in proportion to the benefits that each receives.
• B) The benefits are highly concentrated, and the costs are widespread among voters.
• C) The costs are highly concentrated, and the benefits are widespread among voters.
• D) The benefits accrue primarily in the future, while the costs are more visible during the current period.

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Definitions:

Logic Model

A systematic and visual way to present and share the perceived relationships among the resources, activities, outputs, and outcomes of a program or intervention.

Activities

Tasks, actions, or operations that are carried out as part of a process or to achieve an objective.

Outputs

Refers to the results or products generated by a system, process, or project.

Program Goals

Objectives set by a program that outline the desired achievements or outcomes to be accomplished within a specific timeframe.