The disadvantages of dominance as a solution to collective-goods problems include which of the following?
A) A downward spiral as each side punishes what it believes to be negative acts by the other.
B) Stability that comes at a cost of constant oppression of the lower-ranking members in the status hierarchy.
C) Other groups being unlikely to challenge the top group's power position.
D) Fueling arms races in which members respond to other members' buildup of weapons.
B
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
According to the text, which is the most obvious point about the moral social issues for those who engage in these debates?
A. Issue positions are preset. B. Issue positions are unchanging. C. The issues are rigid. D. The issues are nonbargainable.
The Model State Constitution was developed by
a. the U.S. Supreme Court in 1921. b. the National League of Cities in 1960. c. the Council of State Governments in 1968. d. the National Municipal League in 1921.