Trust in Government Is Needed to Maintain Critical Resources of Democratic

question 26

Multiple Choice

Trust in government is needed to maintain critical resources of democratic government. When there is, however, a decline in trust, there may be no

• A) mass compliance with laws.
• B) financial support of government through taxes.
• C) willingness of people to enter government service.
• D) All of the above are true.

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Definitions:

Stereotypical

Pertaining to a fixed, overly simplistic, and generalized belief or idea about a particular group of people or thing.

Defensive Attribution

A psychological process in which individuals attribute causes to events in a way that defends themselves from feelings of vulnerability and mortality.

Victims

Individuals who have suffered harm or injury as a result of an action or event.

Misfortune

An instance of bad luck or an unfortunate condition or event affecting someone's life or circumstances.