Which Are the Three Most Commonly Utilized Criteria for Evaluating

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Essay

Which are the three most commonly utilized criteria for evaluating policy proposals? Define each of these three criteria and give an example of a policy proposal (real or fictitious) in which it could be used.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

Strengthens a behavior by making the avoidance of an undesirable consequence contingent on its occurrence.

Avoidance

A defensive or protective strategy aimed at preventing, evading, or escaping a perceived threat or undesirable situation.

Reinforcement Strategies

Techniques used to encourage and strengthen the desired behavior through rewards or consequences.

External Control

The regulation or influence of an individual's behavior by forces outside themselves, such as societal norms or laws.