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bobbie

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What are the likely consequences of providing monetary incentives to politicians for good performance?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Economists reason that the optimal decision is to continue any activity up to the point where the
 
  A) marginal benefit equals the marginal cost.
  B) marginal cost is zero.
  C) marginal benefit is greater than the marginal cost.
  D) marginal benefit is zero.


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welcom1000

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Reply #1 on: Jun 29, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A pay-for-performance policy might give politicians greater incentives to please voters. Although it may incentivize politicians and discourage corruption, the possibility of a large bonus may also cause politicians to create the appearance of good performance, even when they are performing poorly. Also, pay-for-performance for politicians might attract those who are interested in making a quick buck rather than public-spirited politicians.
A-head: CHOICE AND CONSEQUENCE: SHOULD WE PAY POLITICIANS FOR
PERFORMANCE?
Concept: Pay-for-performance policies for politicians

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bobbie

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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