The Study of Public Policy Focuses on Governmental

question 24

Multiple Choice

The study of public policy focuses on governmental

• A) structure.
• B) theory.
• C) actions.
• D) institutional history.

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Definitions:

Lack Of Opportunity

Refers to situations where individuals or groups have limited access to resources, education, employment, and social mobility due to various socioeconomic, political, and environmental barriers.

Aspirations

Hopes or ambitions of achieving something.

Merton

Robert K. Merton, an influential sociologist known for developing theories such as the strain theory which explains social structures and their effects on individuals.

Sutherland's Theory

A criminology theory, also known as Differential Association Theory, which posits that criminal behavior is learned through social interactions with others.