What is the situation facing a voter whose single ballot is unlikely to influence the outcome of the election, making the costs of voting greater than the potential benefits?

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The voter's paradox describes the situation where an individual's vote is unlikely to change the outcome of an election, making the act of voting seem irrational when considering the costs (time, effort) versus the unlikely benefit of influencing the election result.

What Is the Situation Facing a Voter Whose Single Ballot