What Explains the Close Connection Between the Economic Boost Just

question 112

Multiple Choice

What explains the close connection between the economic boost just before Election Day and a politician winning reelection?

• A) diffuse costs and concentrated benefits
• B) median voter theorem
• C) voter myopia
• D) rational ignorance

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Definitions:

Descriptive Norm

A norm that characterizes the typical behavior of a group, acting as a guide to expected behaviors in specific situations.

Consistency Motive

refers to the desire or drive to maintain a stable, consistent set of beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors over time.

Affiliation Goal

An objective aimed at creating or nurturing relationships and connections with others.

Theory of Reasoned Action

A framework for understanding the relationship between attitudes, intentions, and behaviors, emphasizing the role of cognitive reasoning in behavioral decision-making.