Free Rider Problem: Group Size and Contribution Impact Quiz
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What is the free rider problem?

  • It is cheaper and smarter to let others do the work and enjoy the benefits. (correct)
  • It involves pressuring individuals to participate in a small group.
  • It refers to the selective incentives offered to participants.
  • It is related to the warm glow of satisfaction from campaign work.
  • Which of the following is an example of an informational selective incentive?

  • Newsletters, periodicals, and training programs (correct)
  • Friendship and networking opportunities
  • Goods and services like calendars
  • Solidary benefits like campaign work
  • What is a solution to the free rider problem when the group size is small?

  • Receiving campaign goods like calendars
  • Experiencing the warm glow of satisfaction from participation
  • Higher chances of individual participation being decisive (correct)
  • Increased pressure on individuals to participate
  • What type of benefit accrues only to participants in a group according to Mancur Olson?

    <p>Selective incentives like newsletters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does having a low cost of participation impact the free rider problem?

    <p>Makes gains from free riding barely noticeable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of collective action, what does 'warm glow of satisfaction' refer to?

    <p>Feeling good about contributing to a cause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main issue discussed in the text?

    <p>The challenges of organizing interest groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is organizing interest groups considered an issue?

    <p>Due to the lack of resources and capacities in all groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'collective action problem' referred to in the text?

    <p>The challenge of forming groups for a common benefit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the text, what does 'collective action in (in)action' refer to?

    <p>Students not participating in group lobbying efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do rational wealthy individuals face a dilemma regarding campaign contributions according to the text?

    <p>They realize they'll get tax breaks regardless of their contribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the reasons for gaps and uneven coverage in the array of interest groups according to the text?

    <p>Unequal distribution of resources among groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do politicians pay attention to groups with high intensity of views?

    <p>Because these groups are deeply committed and more likely to take action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is intensity of opinion important in politics?

    <p>It is linked to action, such as voting and volunteering.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes the NRA a significant interest group according to the text?

    <p>Its capacity to mobilize millions of Americans for political action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do politicians seek the consent of the governed during election campaigns?

    <p>To show that they are paying attention to the public's views.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a change in public opinion significant compared to a baseline level?

    <p>Because it provides insight into how views are evolving over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does intensity of opinion impact collective action within interest groups?

    <p>It encourages members to mobilize for political causes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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