Government Action Will Often Result in the Counterproductive Use of Resources

question 56

Multiple Choice

Government action will often result in the counterproductive use of resources because

• A) there is often a conflict between winning political elections and adoption of only productive programs.
• B) many politicians are not interested in how their legislative votes will influence their chances of winning future elections.
• C) politicians are often unwilling to listen to interest groups that have specialized knowledge.
• D) voter participation is low; if more people voted, the political process would be more efficient.

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Definitions:

Blind Observer

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Therapies

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Effectiveness

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