When a Government Program Is Justified Not on Its Merits

question 5

Multiple Choice

When a government program is justified not on its merits but on the number of jobs it will create,

• A)the program is an efficient use of taxpayer dollars.
• B)it should be approved only if the unemployment rate is low.
• C)taxes should be raised to fund the program.
• D)it is known as the "broken window fallacy."

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Definitions:

Psychodynamic Theory

A psychological perspective that emphasizes unconscious processes and the influence of early life experiences on behavior and personality development.

Humanistic Theory

A psychological perspective which emphasizes individual potential and stresses the importance of growth and self-actualization.

Gender Schema Theory

A cognitive theory that posits gender as a fundamental way in which individuals organize information about themselves and the world, influencing perception, behavior, and attitudes based on societal norms.

Observational Learning Theory

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