New Public Management Is an Approach to Government in Which

question 32

Multiple Choice

New public management is an approach to government in which

• A) governments mimic the structure of NGOs to raise funds and reduce financial and accountability constraints.
• B) governments must abide by stricter ethics, performance rules, and procedures than those followed by private firms.
• C) legislatures do not grant agencies decision-making authority because of rampant patronage and corruption.
• D) governments attempt to improve efficiency and effectiveness through market-based solutions.

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Definitions:

Regulatory Commission

A government body responsible for enforcing specific laws and regulations covering economic and social policy areas.

Nondiscriminating

Fair treatment not based on preconceived biases or prejudices.

Marginal Cost

The extra production cost for creating an additional unit of a good or service.

Average Total Cost

Represents the total cost of production (fixed plus variable costs) divided by the total quantity produced, indicating the cost per unit of output.