If Policymakers Are Free to Analyze Events as They Occur

question 53

Multiple Choice

If policymakers are free to analyze events as they occur and choose whatever policy seems appropriate at the time, then this is:

• A) policy by rule.
• B) policy by discretion.
• C) monetary policy.
• D) fiscal policy.

Distinguish between internal and external locus of control.

Identify factors that develop self-efficacy.

Understand the concept of motivation for behavior change.

Explain enabling, predisposing, and reinforcing factors in the context of behavior change.

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Definitions:

Average Threshold

The point at which a stimulus is of sufficient intensity to begin to produce an effect or to elicit a response.

Human Vision

The ability of the human eye to detect and interpret surroundings by processing information contained in visible light.

Candle Flame

The visible part of a candle light, produced by the hot, glowing combustion of the candle wick and wax.

Optic Nerve

A cranial nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.