The budget of a government department is likely to increase beyond the efficient quantity if

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Rational voter ignorance refers to voters not being fully informed about their representatives' actions and policies. This creates an opportunity for special interest groups to lobby for policies that benefit them at the expense of the general public. Thus, government departments may receive funding beyond what is efficient due to special interest lobbying, leading to an increase in the budget.

The Budget of a Government Department Is Likely to Increase