Which of the Following Is the First Step in Conducting

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the first step in conducting a cost-effectiveness study?

• A)developing research questions and a hypothesis
• B)examining the program budget
• C)gaining an understanding of the agency mission and outcome indicators
• D)collecting data by surveying clients about their experience in the program

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