Question 6 Logrolling refers to 1) choosing political platforms to appeal to special interests. 2) trading votes to gain support for legislation. 3) choosing political platforms to appeal to the "middle-of-the-road" voter. 4) gathering votes by pretending to support policies that appeal to voters.

Question 6 Logrolling refers to 1) choosing political platforms to appeal to special interests. 2) trading votes to gain support for legislation. 3) choosing political platforms to appeal to the "middle-of-the-road" voter. 4) gathering votes by pretending to support policies that appeal to voters.

Principles of Economics 2e

2nd Edition

ISBN:9781947172364

Author:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Publisher:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Chapter18: Public Economy

Section: Chapter Questions

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