William Riker and Peter Ordeshook Argued That Anthony Downs' Theory

question 53

Multiple Choice

William Riker and Peter Ordeshook argued that Anthony Downs' theory of economic voting was incomplete because it did not calculate __________ as a benefit of voting.

• A) civic duty
• B) collective good
• C) free rider
• D) popularity
• E) utilitarian incentives

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Definitions:

Debt

A sum of money that is owed or due.

Thrift

The practice of saving money and spending it wisely, often associated with frugal living.

Reconstruction Finance Corporation

Federal program established in 1932 under President Herbert Hoover to loan money to banks and other institutions to help them avert bankruptcy.

Herbert Hoover

The 31st President of the United States, serving from 1929 to 1933, best known for his leadership during the early years of the Great Depression.