Why Do Some Voters Choose to Be Rationally Ignorant

question 122

Multiple Choice

Why do some voters choose to be rationally ignorant?

• A) The cost of informing themselves about candidates and policies are greater than the benefits.
• B) They get distracted with life and never get around to searching for the relevant information.
• C) Their parents and peers largely influence voter's preferences.
• D) Reduced public school funding has meant less money spent on teaching civic classes.

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