Assume That Abby, Ben, Clara, Joe, and Matt Are the Only

question 223

Multiple Choice

Assume that Abby, Ben, Clara, Joe, and Matt are the only citizens in a community. A proposed public good has a total cost of $800. All five citizens will share an equal portion of this cost in taxes. The benefit of the public good is $220 to Abby, $210 to Ben, $210 to Clara, $180 to Joe, and $120 to Matt. In a majority vote, this proposal will most likely be

• A)accepted, four in favor, one against.
• B)accepted, 3 in favor, 2 against.
• C)accepted, all 5 in favor.
• D)defeated, 1 in favor, 4 against.

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Definitions:

Domesticates

Plants or animals that have been selectively bred and genetically modified by humans over generations to live alongside them, often for the purpose of food, clothing, or work.

Seasonally

Pertains to changes, events, or patterns that occur at specific times of the year, typically related to natural cycles of the Earth's climate system.

Substantial Housing

Housing that is solidly built and provides adequate shelter and living conditions, meeting the basic physical and safety needs of its inhabitants.

Food Production

The processes involved in cultivating crops and raising livestock to produce food for consumption.