What Is the Potential Problem with Legislation That Does Not

question 44

Multiple Choice

What is the potential problem with legislation that does not give bureaucrats a sufficient amount of discretion in implementing policy?

• A) It makes it difficult for bureaucrats to respond to developments not foreseen in the legislation.
• B) It usually means that the bureaucrats look for other ways to implement their own policy views in practice.
• C) It oversteps the separation of powers by constraining the president's role as chief executive.
• D) It gives the president more control over Congress.
• E) It forces the Supreme Court to resolve conflicts over decisions.

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