If elected officials are assumed to be driven by rational se

If elected officials are assumed to be driven by rational self-interest, they are likely to: 0 a. have a profit incentive to act on consumer feedback. Ob. adopt a stance of rational ignorance. O c. maximize their hours worked. Od. best serve the public interest. O e. maximize their political support

Solution

Option E. Maximize their political support.

Explanation: The self-interest of an elected official will remain in staying in power for which they will need the continued political support of their supporters.