Which of the following can bring about an efficient level of public goods being provided by the government?
A) voters who do not care about benefits and costs of public goods
B) rational ignorance on the part of voters
C) competition between political parties trying to win an election
D) self-interest among government bureaucrats
E) free riding on the part of voters

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Competition between political parties trying to win an election can bring about an efficient level of public goods being provided by the government because parties will try to cater to the preferences of the voters and promise to provide public goods that are in demand. This competition can incentivize parties to offer efficient levels of public goods provision as a way to win votes.

Which of the Following Can Bring About an Efficient Level