One result of voters' rational ignorance is that
A)cyclical majorities are more common
B)vote trading is common
C)majority rules
D)special interests often dominate legislation
E)members of Congress go along with whatever their constituents want

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Rational ignorance occurs when voters choose not to become informed or participate in the political process because the costs of doing so outweigh the benefits. As a result, politicians may be more likely to be influenced by well-organized and well-funded special interests that engage in lobbying and other forms of political participation. Therefore, special interests may dominate legislation more easily when voters are rationally ignorant.

One Result of Voters' Rational Ignorance Is That