Which of the Following Is a Difference Between a Policy

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a difference between a policy and a rule?

• A) A policy is more explicit.
• B) A policy establishes parameters.
• C) A rule is more ambiguous.
• D) A rule establishes parameters.

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Definitions:

Frame Alignment Theory

A sociological theory that explains the process by which individuals with similar values and beliefs align their activities and movements, often in the context of social movements.

Strain Theory

A sociological theory that posits individuals may resort to criminality due to pressures or strains from societal expectations and the inability to achieve them through legitimate means.

Gustave Le Bon

A French social psychologist renowned for his work on crowd psychology, highlighting how an individual's behavior in a crowd differs from their behavior alone.

Émile Durkheim

A pioneering French sociologist known for his foundational contributions to sociology, including his studies on social cohesion and the role of religion in society.