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What is the primary focus of public administration?
What is the primary focus of public administration?
- The role of elected officials in government
- The study of government policies
- The management of private sector organizations
- The examination of how government agencies and bureaucracies operate (correct)
What is the role of bureaucrats in government?
What is the role of bureaucrats in government?
- To advise elected officials and administer complex government functions (correct)
- To make policy decisions
- To provide public services directly
- To oversee the implementation of policies
What is a key benefit of bureaucratic organizations in government?
What is a key benefit of bureaucratic organizations in government?
- They provide a platform for elected officials to make arbitrary decisions
- They focus solely on providing public services
- They ensure stability and consistency in government operations (correct)
- They enable rapid changes in government policies
What is the primary purpose of record-keeping in bureaucratic organizations?
What is the primary purpose of record-keeping in bureaucratic organizations?
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What is a key characteristic of bureaucratic decision-making?
What is a key characteristic of bureaucratic decision-making?
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What is the principle of hierarchy in bureaucratic organizations?
What is the principle of hierarchy in bureaucratic organizations?
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Study Notes
Public Administration
- Study of government agencies and bureaucracies, examining structures, processes, and challenges in delivering public services.
The Role of Bureaucracy in Government
- Bureaucratic agencies implement policies by translating them into actionable programs and services.
- Bureaucrats provide expertise to elected officials and administer complex government functions.
- Bureaucracies ensure continuity and stability in government operations, maintaining consistency despite changes in political leadership.
Principles of Bureaucratic Organization
- Hierarchy: clear lines of authority and responsibility, with higher-level officials overseeing lower-level staff.
- Specialization: employees are assigned specific roles and tasks based on their expertise and skills.
- Impersonality: bureaucratic decisions are made based on established rules and procedures, not personal relationships.
- Record-Keeping: extensive documentation and record-keeping ensure accountability and institutional memory.
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This quiz covers the study of public administration, including the role of bureaucracy in government, implementing policies, and providing expertise. It examines the structures, processes, and challenges in managing public services.
