______ Refers to Collecting and Interpreting Information That Clarifies the Causes

question 7

Multiple Choice

______ refers to collecting and interpreting information that clarifies the causes and effects of public problems.

• A) Policymaking process
• B) Incremental decision making
• C) Root cause analysis
• D) Policy analysis

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Definitions:

Hypochondriasis

A condition characterized by an excessive preoccupation with the fear of having a serious disease.

Childhood Repression

A defense mechanism identified by psychoanalytic theory, where unpleasant childhood memories are unconsciously blocked out as a protective measure.

Aversive Conditioning

A form of behavior modification that involves using unpleasant stimuli to discourage undesirable behaviors.

Desensitizing

The process of reducing sensitivity or responsiveness to an external stimulus, often used as a therapeutic technique.