The Delay Between the Time at Which an Event Occurs

question 118

Multiple Choice

The delay between the time at which an event occurs and the time at which policymakers become aware of it is called

• A) the impact lag.
• B) the implementation lag.
• C) the government lag.
• D) the recognition lag.

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