The Public Choice Model Assumes That Government Policymakers

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Multiple Choice

The public choice model assumes that government policymakers

• A)must promote the public interest at the expense of their own self-interests in order to be re-elected.
• B)will pursue their self-interests in personal affairs but only if it does not conflict with the public interest.
• C)will often act irrationally in their personal affairs, but will act rationally when they promote the public interest.
• D)are likely to pursue their own self-interests, even if their self-interests conflict with the public interest.

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Definitions:

Values, Interests

Core principles or standards of behavior, and the advantages or benefits that motivate individuals or groups.

Integrated

Combined in such a way that the elements become a unified whole, often referring to efforts of inclusion or synthesis.

International Negotiations

The process of discussing and coming to an agreement between parties from different countries, often involving complex cultural, legal, and economic factors.

Recognized

Being acknowledged or given formal validation by an authoritative body, peers, or society in general, for one's status, accomplishments, or legitimacy.