From the perspective of a leader, what is the optimal form of government to ensure a leader’s survival?

a. Large winning coalition and large selectorate
b. Small winning coalition and large selectorate
c. Small winning coalition and small selectorate
d. Large winning coalition and small selectorate


Ans: b

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