What Is the Basic Assumption Behind the Selectorate Theory

question 35

Multiple Choice

What is the basic assumption behind the selectorate theory?

• A) That dictators care more about staying in power than democratic leaders do.
• B) That dictators use elections to discourage internal rivals from attempting coups.
• C) That all political leaders are motivated by the desire to gain and maintain office.
• D) All of these are important assumptions of the selectorate theory.

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