Rational Ignorance Occurs When

question 120

Multiple Choice

Rational ignorance occurs when

• A)voters find the cost of understanding a specific issue is greater than the expected benefit
• B)legislation generates large benefits for a few people but imposes costs on many people
• C)the preferences of the median voter dominates public choices
• D)individuals or firms attempt to obtain favorable treatment from government officials
• E)people make public decisions based on emotion rather than a rational analysis

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