If the Quality or Quantity of a Particular Public Service

question 151

Multiple Choice

If the quality or quantity of a particular public service is difficult to monitor,a government is more likely to _____

• A)produce the service itself.
• B)contract with private firms to supply the service.
• C)take over private corporations and have these nationalized corporations produce the service.
• D)refuse to provide the service.
• E)raise the price of the service to consumers.

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Definitions:

Attribution Theory

The study of the process by which people ascribe causes to the behaviors they perceive.

Inner Qualities

Refers to inherent traits, characteristics, or virtues that form an individual's core personality and values.

Adverse Factors

Conditions or elements that can hinder progress, cause damage, or create challenging situations.

Stereotyping

The act of making generalized assumptions about individuals or groups based on their membership in certain categories.