Flashcard on Outcomes of Democracy

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What is one expected outcome of democracy?

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Promotes equality among citizens

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Characteristic of a democratic government?

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Accountability to citizens

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What is a common criticism of democratic governments?

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They often ignore the needs of the people

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What does the term 'transparency' refer to in a democracy?

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Public access to government information

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Which of the following is NOT a reason people support democracy?

• Guarantees economic growth
• Allows for conflict resolution
• Provides a method to correct mistakes
• Promotes individual dignity

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Guarantees economic growth

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What is a significant challenge faced by democracies regarding economic outcomes?

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Corruption and inefficiency

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What is one of the conditions for democracies to accommodate social diversity?

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Majority must work with the minority

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Which of the following statements about democracy is true?

• Democracy allows for public participation
• Democracy eliminates all social conflicts
• Democracy is always efficient
• Democracy guarantees economic equality

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Democracy allows for public participation

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What is a common expectation from democracies regarding poverty?

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They will reduce economic disparities

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What does the evidence suggest about the relationship between democracy and economic growth?

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Dictatorships have slightly higher growth rates