Challenges in Public Policy Making

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Based on the text, which one of the following is NOT a factor that influences policy development?

Fiscal pressures
Societal demands
State vision
Profit maximization (correct)

The text defines public policy as a system of laws, regulations, and funding priorities. Which of the following best describes the primary objective of public policy, as outlined in the text?

To maintain the status quo in society
To address problems and issues of concern to the public (correct)
To centralize decision-making power in the government
To maximize profits for government agencies

Which of the following is a key characteristic of public policy as defined by David Asten?

It is a voluntary system of action
It is a process of maximizing profits for government agencies
It is a process of distributing values in society in an authoritarian manner (correct)
It is a process of maintaining the status quo in society

Which of the following is a key characteristic of the policy development process?

It is a continuous process (B) Signup and view all the answers

The text mentions several definitions of public policy. Which of the following best captures the essence of these definitions?

Public policy is a system of laws, regulations, and funding priorities used by the government to address issues and concerns of the public. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of government institutions in the public policy process?

Government institutions are one of many actors involved in the public policy process, which also includes input from the public, international organizations, and other stakeholders. (C) Signup and view all the answers

The text mentions several definitions of public policy, including one by Harold Lasswell. Which of the following best captures the essence of Lasswell's definition?

Public policy is a systematic process that involves the interaction of inputs (demands and support) with outputs (decisions and policies). (B) Signup and view all the answers

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