The Special-Interest Effect in Government Decision Making Is Significant Because

question 247

Multiple Choice

The special-interest effect in government decision making is significant because

• A)it corrects instances of spillover costs and benefits.
• B)it can lead to programs with concentrated benefits and diffuse costs.
• C)capitalistic economies are based upon the pursuit of self-interest.
• D)it allows us to avoid the collective-action problem.

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