Policy Targets and Decision Making

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What can be a potential challenge of having overly specific policy targets?

Restricting flexibility in achieving the desired outcome (correct)
Focus on the end result
Increased public engagement
Encouraging unrealistic expectations

What is the primary purpose of policy targets?

To create confusion among policymakers
To allocate resources randomly
To ignore changing circumstances
To provide direction and benchmarks for achieving desired outcomes (correct)

What is crucial for targets to remain relevant and effective over time?

Setting only short-term targets
Assigning blame for unmet targets
Rigidity in implementing the policy targets
Flexibility and adaptability in response to changing circumstances (correct)

Why are policy targets important in adapting to changing circumstances?

They provide a framework to adjust priorities and resources in response to changing circumstances (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a policy target in the healthcare sector?

Increasing access to healthcare services for underserved populations (D) Signup and view all the answers

What do policy targets provide in terms of communication?

Clarity, specificity, and direction about the government's goals (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why are policy targets important in guiding decision-making?

They provide a framework for policymakers to focus their efforts (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to have robust data collection?

For effective monitoring and evaluation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should policy targets directly connect to?

Broader goals of the policy (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can be a consequence of having unrealistic or overly demanding targets?

Discouragement among those responsible for achieving them (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential aspect of communicating policy targets to the public?

Transparency and public engagement (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between policy targets and policy goals?

Policy targets align with and support the achievement of policy goals (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential feature of a good policy target?

Being clear and measurable (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to set time-bound targets?

To create a sense of urgency and accountability (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to set specific policy targets?

To ensure policymakers have a clear idea of what needs to be achieved (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of establishing benchmarks through target setting?

To facilitate monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can be a drawback of setting overly ambitious targets?

Frustration and disillusionment if they are not met (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of making targets quantifiable?