Which of the Following Is the Reason Cities Frequently Turn

question 116

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the reason cities frequently turn to public authorities?

• A)State legislatures sometimes prefer to place important functions outside the reach of mayors and political machines.
• B)They cut down on the administrative load of the city government.
• C)Many problems are too big to be handled properly by a city.
• D)Authorities can often incur debt outside the limits imposed on the city by the state.
• E)All of the above

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Definitions:

Deadweight Losses

The loss of economic efficiency that can occur when equilibrium for a good or service is not achieved.

Economic Growth

An increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over a period of time, typically measured as a percentage increase in real GDP.

Income Transfers

Transfers of money from one group to another not in exchange for goods or services, typically through government programs aimed at redistributing wealth.

Government Transfer Program

Programs operated by governments that redistribute income to individuals or groups without requiring any service or good in return.