Rational Ignorance Occurs When _____

question 147

Multiple Choice

Rational ignorance occurs when _____

• A)voters find the cost of understanding a specific issue greater than the expected benefit from doing so.
• B)legislation generates large benefits for a few people but imposes costs on many people.
• C)the preferences of the median voter dominate public choices.
• D)individuals or firms attempt to obtain favorable treatment from government officials.
• E)people make public decisions based on emotions rather than rational analyses.

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