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.

Investigate the psychological and social characteristics that continue or change with aging.

Understand the principles of adolescent decision-making and the impact of self-regulation.

Comprehend Kohlberg's stages of moral development and their applicability in real-world scenarios.

Recognize the influence of peer pressure on adolescent reasoning and behavior.

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Definitions:

Charter of Rights

A formal declaration of the fundamental rights and freedoms guaranteed to the citizens by a state or organization.

Sexual Preference

An individual's pattern of physical, romantic, or emotional attraction to others, based on gender or sex characteristics.

Moral Code

A set of principles or values that guide an individual's decisions and behavior, often based on societal, religious, or personal beliefs.

Law

A system of rules created and enforced through social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior.