Why Might State Initiatives More Reflect Mass Than Elite Preferences

question 49

Short Answer

Why might state initiatives more reflect mass than elite preferences?

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The difference between the total amount that consumers are willing and able to pay for a good or service and the total amount that they actually pay.

Producer Surplus

The difference between what producers are willing to accept for a good versus what they actually receive.

Ruby

A precious red gemstone made of corundum (aluminum oxide), prized for its color and brilliance.

Consumer Surplus

The difference between the total amount that consumers are willing and able to pay for a good or service versus the total amount that they actually pay.