Question

The people of a previously quiet and peaceful country have come to recognize the need to expand and improve their security forces after a wave of terroristic threats and acts. Considering their resource limitations, the extent to which security is enhanced will most likely be determined by
A. funding availability.
B. the public's tolerance of a potentially more intrusive state.
C. the availability and expertise of trained anti-terror personnel.
D. the willingness of those in power to restructure the current security apparatus, including the dismissal/reassignment of current security leadership.
E. society's willingness to forego other goods and services, both public and private.

Answer 1

Answer: E. society's willingness to forego other goods and services, both public and private.

A country's government has to deal with the problem of limited resources all the time. It also has to deal with accountability. This means that the government will need to make decisions on budget allocation based on the preferences of citizens. If a large percentage of citizens want security to be improved at the expense of other goods and services, this is more likely to be implemented.