The Public Choice Theory of Regulation Rests on the Premise

question 36

Multiple Choice

The public choice theory of regulation rests on the premise that:

• A) individuals are evil and will only do the wrong thing.
• B) individuals will pursue their own self-interest in private, but not public matters.
• C) people employed by government will pursue their own self-interest.
• D) public servants can be trusted to serve the public interest.

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Definitions:

Temperaments

Inborn personality traits that influence how one typically responds to the environment.

Spectrum

A range or continuum of different but related items, values, or conditions, often used to describe frequencies of light, autism disorders, or any comprehensive range.

Temperament

An individual's innate disposition or natural predisposition to behave and react in certain consistent ways.

Emotional Reactivity

The extent to which a person reacts emotionally to events or situations, which can vary widely among individuals.