The Stage in the Policy-Making Process in Which Certain Issues

question 62

Multiple Choice

The stage in the policy-making process in which certain issues reach a level of public concern that attracts the attention of government officials is known as

• A) policy implementation.
• B) agenda setting.
• C) policy formulation.
• D) policy adoption.

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Definitions:

Contrast Effects

Previously interviewed job applicants affect an interviewer’s perception of a current applicant, leading to an exaggeration of differences between applicants.

Fundamental Attribution Error

This refers to the tendency to overemphasize personality-based explanations for behaviors observed in others while underestimating the influence of external factors.

Distinctiveness Cue

A feature or characteristic that makes an object, person, or group stand out from others.

Consensus Cue

A social influence where the agreement among multiple parties or sources enhances the perceived validity of information or decisions.