Which of the Following Accurately Describes the Agenda-Setting Step in the Policymaking

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately describes the agenda-setting step in the policymaking process?

• A) Policymakers develop and debate possible solutions to various problems facing the state.
• B) Policymakers prioritize the various problems facing the state.
• C) Policymakers take formal governmental administrative action.
• D) State agencies follow up on the actions of elected officials, and bureaucratic agencies develop rules and regulations.
• E) Government agencies, the legislature, and interest groups examine policy implementation to see if goals are met.

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Definitions:

Questionable Conduct

Actions or behaviors that raise doubts about ethical standards, legality, or appropriateness.

Reluctant

Feeling or showing hesitation or unwillingness to do something.

Ethical Conflict

A situation where an individual faces a choice between different courses of action, which are informed by competing sets of moral values.

Ethical Dilemma

A situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives, especially ones that are equally undesirable from an ethical or moral standpoint.