Which of the Following Is a Reason Legislators Seek Additional

question 152

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason legislators seek additional information to make intelligent choices?

• A)Legislators do not vote for outcomes directly but on policies that produce outcomes, and there is uncertainty about whether a policy will produce the desired effect.
• B)Legislators who acquire a reputation as policy experts can earn extra income consulting for executive agencies.
• C)Because federal agencies publicly reveal the names of legislators who consult them, voters can reward or punish legislators for their efforts to make well-guided decisions.
• D)Partisanship clouds the judgment of most legislators, forcing them to seek independent policy research.
• E)The informal "rule of four" requires legislators to consult four outside experts before each major vote.

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