Which of the Following Accurately Describes the Policy Implementation Step

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately describes the policy implementation 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:

Reasonably Expected

Anticipated or foreseen based on logical or sensible grounds.

State Securities Laws

Regulations enacted by individual states governing the sale and distribution of securities within their jurisdiction.

Intrastate Transactions

Intrastate transactions are commercial activities that occur entirely within one state's boundaries, not affecting or involving other states.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act Of 2002

A U.S. federal law enacted in response to a number of major corporate and accounting scandals, aiming to protect shareholders and the general public from accounting errors and fraudulent practices in enterprises.