Which of the Following Is True of Government Activities Under

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of government activities under a system of representative democracy?

• A) When voters pay in proportion to benefits received, all voters will gain if the government activity is productive.
• B) If a majority opposes an activity, it must be counterproductive.
• C) When voters must pay in proportion to benefits received for an activity undertaken by the government, the activity will most likely be rejected by the majority of voters.
• D) Government activities must be productive in order to be eligible for vote.

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Definitions:

Union Labor

Workforce that is represented by a union, which negotiates wages, working conditions, and other benefits on their behalf.

Production Cost

The total expense incurred in manufacturing a product or offering a service, including raw materials, labor, and overheads.

Final Product

A good or service that has completed all stages of production and is ready for consumption by the end-user.

Labor Costs

The total sum of all wages, benefits, and taxes paid to employees by an employer for work performed.