Which of the Following Most Accurately Indicates the Political Incentive

Multiple Choice

Which of the following most accurately indicates the political incentive to spend and/or tax?

A) Politicians will find tax increases more attractive than increases in government expenditures.
B) Voters will generally support higher taxes in order to eliminate budget deficits.
C) Politicians are rewarded for raising taxes and punished for providing programs that benefit their constituents.
D) Politicians are rewarded for providing programs that benefit their constituents and punished for raising taxes.