The Answer Is: "Rational Ignorance

question 46

Multiple Choice

The answer is: "rational ignorance." What is the question?

• A) Why do special interest groups lobby politicians?
• B) What causes a candidate in a two-person political race to take polls?
• C) What explains why voters often know very little about the candidates and the issues?
• D) What motivates the free rider?

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Definitions:

Primary Attitudes

Fundamental feelings or beliefs that are held by an individual toward objects, people, or concepts.

Ego

Within the framework of psychoanalytic theory, it is the component of personality responsible for balancing the needs of the id, superego, and the external world.

Extraversion

A personality trait characterized by outgoingness, high energy, and positive emotions towards social interactions.

Introversion

A personality trait where individuals are more focused on internal thoughts and feelings rather than seeking external stimulation.