Economic, Domestic, and Foreign Policy CH. 16

Question 1

Intentional actions of government designed to achieve a goal is the definition of ___________.

Answer 1

Public policy

Question 2

The first step in the policy-making process, in which a problem in politics, the economy, or society is recognized as warranting government action, is called __________.

Answer 2

Problem identification

Question 3

The second step in the policy-making process, in which a problem that has been identified gets the attention of policy makers, is called _______.

Answer 3

Policy agenda

Question 4

The third step in the policy-making process, in which those with a stake in the policy area propose and develop solutions to the problem, is called ___________.

Answer 4

Policy formulation

Question 5

The fourth step in the policy-making process, in which Congress passes a law that authorizes a specific governmental response to the problem, is called __________________.

Answer 5

Policy enactment

Question 6

The fifth step in the policy-making process, in which the executive branch develops the rules that will put the policy into action, is called ______.

Answer 6

Policy formulation

Question 7

In the final step in the policy-making process, ___________, the policy is evaluated for its effectiveness and efficiency; if changes are needed, the issue is placed back on the policy agenda, and the cycle starts again.

Answer 7

Policy formulation

Question 8

The policy-making process includes all of the following stages EXCEPT the policy _________ stage.

Answer 8

Recrimination