Which One of the Following Statements Is Correct

question 164

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is correct?

• A) Policymakers have good intentions and therefore their proposals will create good outcomes.
• B) Potential secondary effects do not need to be considered when deciding whether to implement a new government program.
• C) A good outcome is guaranteed from a government program if it is created with good intentions.
• D) Government programs can be implemented with good intentions but can lead to undesirable outcomes because of unintended consequences.

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Definitions:

Shared Beliefs

are common ideas, values, or attitudes held by a group of people, which influence their behavior and decision-making.

Empirically Derived

Developed or generated through direct observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic.

Personality Inventory

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Personality Inventories

Standardized questionnaires designed to assess various aspects of a person's character and psychological makeup.