When a Voter Chooses to Remain Ignorant When the Opportunity

question 68

Multiple Choice

When a voter chooses to remain ignorant when the opportunity costs of gathering information outweigh the benefits,it is called:

• A) irrational voting.
• B) trigger mechanisms.
• C) rational ignorance.
• D) instinct theorem.

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Definitions:

Interest

A psychological concept referring to the attention, curiosity, or preference an individual has towards certain subjects or activities.

Work-related Values

The beliefs and principles that individuals hold regarding work and its role in their life, influencing their job satisfaction and career choices.

Holland's Theory

A theory of career and vocational choice based upon personality types, suggesting that people are happiest in work environments that match their personal interests and abilities.

General Occupational Themes

A component of the Holland Codes used in career assessments to categorize individuals' preferences and strengths in different work environments.