Rational Ignorance Is When

question 38

Multiple Choice

Rational ignorance is when:

• A) full information is not available.
• B) the benefit of becoming fully informed is lower than the cost.
• C) the cost of information is low.
• D) there is no benefit to gathering additional information.

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Definitions:

Government Services

Services provided by the government to meet the needs of its citizens, including education, healthcare, transportation, and public safety.

Local Level

Pertaining to governance, decision-making, or implementation that occurs at the most immediate, community-based part of society, such as cities or towns.

Spoils System

A political practice where a political party, after winning an election, gives government jobs to its supporters as a reward and as an incentive to keep working for the party.

Bureaucratic Appointments

The process of assigning individuals to positions within governmental organizations or agencies, often based on qualifications and sometimes political affiliations.