Compromise, Negotiation, Networking, and Coalition Building Are Essential Activities in Policy

question 14

Multiple Choice

Compromise, negotiation, networking, and coalition building are essential activities in policy development while:

• A) Implementing the program as a result of the developed policy.
• B) Evaluating how well the policy has been implemented.
• C) Formulating the goals and programs to result from the policy.
• D) Setting the agenda to define the problem to be addressed by the policy.

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Definitions:

Final Agreement

The conclusive arrangement or contract reached by parties after negotiations or discussions, often legally binding.

Avoiding

Involves deliberately staying away from certain actions, situations, or decisions to prevent negative outcomes.

Accommodating

A conflict resolution style where one party gives in to the wishes or demands of another, often prioritizing the relationship over their own interests.

Lose-Lose Conflict

A situation where all parties involved in a conflict end up worse off or do not achieve their objectives.