Which of the Following Statements About the Perceived Distribution of the Costs

question 200

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the perceived distribution of the costs and benefits of a proposed program is most likely to be true?

• A) It will determine who wins and who loses the battle to enact the program.
• B) It will equate well with the actual costs and benefits of the program.
• C) It will shape the kinds of political coalitions that form around the program.
• D) It will be immune to the influence of the media and courts.
• E) It will be immune to the influence of the legislature.

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