Low-Level Officials Who Hope to Publicize What They View as Their

question 6

Multiple Choice

Low-level officials who hope to publicize what they view as their bosses' or the government's improper activities are usually called

• A)"bell ringers."
• B)"whistle-blowers."
• C)"adversarial journalists."
• D)"watchdogs."

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Definitions:

Public Goods

Items whose consumption is not depleted by an additional consumer and from which individuals cannot be excluded from using.

Tax Revenue

Revenue earned by governments through the application of taxes.

After-Tax Distribution

The amount of income distributed to shareholders after taxes have been accounted for.

Excise Tax

A tax directly levied on certain goods, services, or activities, often to discourage their use or consumption.