Investigating Corruption

The video discusses various models of corruption, starting with Gary Becker's rational choice model, which explains why individuals might choose to take bribes. It then explores hierarchical models that consider the influence of multiple layers within a bureaucracy. Finally, it examines how oligarchies can affect bureaucratic corruption by appointing certain individuals, highlighting the importance of understanding the authorizers' decisions.

What was the primary focus of Gary Becker's economic models of corruption?

• To analyze the impact of political systems on corruption

• To provide a rational choice model for individual corruption

• To explore the role of oligarchies in corruption

• To understand the systemic nature of corruption

In hierarchical models of corruption, what factor is considered to influence an agent's decision to be corrupt?

• The level of punishment for corruption

• The economic conditions of the country

• The agent's bosses and higher authorities

• The agent's personal moral values

How do hierarchical models view corruption in a bureaucracy?

• As a direct result of political decisions

• As an emergent property of bureaucratic choices

• As a consequence of economic downturns

• As a result of individual moral failings

What role do oligarchies play in the corruption of bureaucracies?

• They directly engage in corrupt activities

• They appoint certain types of people as bureaucrats

• They enforce strict anti-corruption laws

• They have no influence on bureaucratic corruption

Why is it important to understand the authorizers in a bureaucratic system?

• Because they are the ones making all the decisions

• Because they have no impact on corruption

• Because they influence who becomes a bureaucrat

• Because they are directly involved in corrupt activities