Which of the Following Is a Reason That Legislators Seek

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason that 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.

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Definitions:

Pessimism

A mindset or attitude characterized by the expectation that the worst will happen or that conditions in the future will deteriorate.

Problem-Focused Coping

Attempting to alleviate stress directly—by changing the stressor or the way we interact with that stressor.

Skill-building

The process of developing and enhancing abilities or competencies in a specific area.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone, produced by the adrenal gland, that regulates a wide range of processes throughout the body, including metabolism and the immune response. It's commonly known as the "stress hormone."