Elections Are Sometimes Described as a "Blunt Policy Tool" to Communicate

question 15

Multiple Choice

Elections are sometimes described as a "blunt policy tool" to communicate interests because

• A)voting often does not yield a clear outcome regarding which individual has won.
• B)the public is dissatisfied with the performance of governmental institutions.
• C)party systems tend to be oligarchic.
• D)they involve several different issues.

Comprehend the concept and applications of contingency planning.

Identify the relevance and process of participatory planning in improving plan implementation.

Grasp the principles and benefits of Management by Objectives (MBO).

Understand the role and impact of planning specialists and staff planners in the planning process.

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