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?

Selective incentives like newsletters (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

Makes gains from free riding barely noticeable (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Feeling good about contributing to a cause (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue discussed in the text?

The challenges of organizing interest groups (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is organizing interest groups considered an issue?

Due to the lack of resources and capacities in all groups (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

The challenge of forming groups for a common benefit (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Students not participating in group lobbying efforts (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

They realize they'll get tax breaks regardless of their contribution (C) 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?

Unequal distribution of resources among groups (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Because these groups are deeply committed and more likely to take action. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is intensity of opinion important in politics?

It is linked to action, such as voting and volunteering. (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Its capacity to mobilize millions of Americans for political action. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

To show that they are paying attention to the public's views. (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

Because it provides insight into how views are evolving over time. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

It encourages members to mobilize for political causes. (C) Signup and view all the answers