Rational Ignorance Refers to Voter-Citizens Choosing to Be Uninformed About

question 45

Multiple Choice

Rational ignorance refers to voter-citizens choosing to be uninformed about politics and government on an individual basis because

• A) of apathy.
• B) of ignorance.
• C) of laziness.
• D) they believe the benefits of becoming informed are greater than the costs.
• E) they believe the benefits of becoming informed are less than the costs.

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