The median voter theory predicts income redistribution ________ occur because the median voter ________.

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The median voter theory predicts that income redistribution will occur because the median voter wants to be made as well off as possible. The theory assumes that politicians will try to attract the median voter by supporting policies that appeal to them, and the median voter is typically someone who is not too wealthy but not too poor either. Therefore, they are likely to support policies that redistribute income in their favor. Choice B is incorrect because the theory does not assume that the median voter will only vote for a party that supports a utilitarian proposal. Choice C is incorrect because the theory does not assume that the median voter's disposable income has been reduced to inefficient levels. Choice D is incorrect because the theory does not assume that the median voter faces the big tradeoff. Choice E is incorrect because the theory does not assume that the median voter usually favors a negative income tax.

The Median Voter Theory Predicts Income Redistribution ________ Occur Because