The Theory of Public Choice Suggests That

question 199

Multiple Choice

The theory of public choice suggests that

• A) government agencies tend to be inefficient because the people running them do not understand the concept of opportunity cost.
• B) government agencies tend to be inefficient because they are subject to institutional arrangements in which managers do not have an incentive to be efficient.
• C) the goods provided by government, whether public or private goods, are not scarce.
• D) you can lower your tax bill if you are careful not to consume too many government resources, regardless of what your neighbors do.

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Definitions:

Attitude Measurement

The process of using specific techniques and tools to determine the intensity and direction of an individual's attitude towards a subject or object.

Emotional Dissonance

A condition where there is a discrepancy between the emotions one feels and the emotions one displays, often leading to stress.

Self-Esteem

Refers to an individual's sense of their own worth or value.

Persuasion

The act or process of influencing someone's beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors through communication.