Which of the Following Explains Why Managers of Government Agencies

question 136

Multiple Choice

Which of the following explains why managers of government agencies have little incentive to achieve operational efficiency?

• A) Public-sector managers need not fear bankruptcy when operational efficiency is not achieved.
• B) Public-sector managers seldom receive personal benefits if they find ways to improve the efficiency of their operations.
• C) Public-sector agencies typically do not face competition.
• D) All of the above explain why government agencies have little incentive to be efficient.

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