In Japan, linked networks of powerful interest groups, veteran politicians and senior bureaucrats are called:

What is the difference between a nation and a state?

What will be an ideal response?

Why do citizens often look to government to provide public goods?

A. Government has coercive authority to prevent free riding and the necessary resources to undertake expensive projects. B. Only the government can be trusted not to exploit citizens. C. Government charges fair prices and has the coercive authority to prevent the tragedy of the commons. D. Government regulations are sensible, and the government has decided to privatize all but a few essential functions to promote greater efficiency.