Question 1

Interest groups can have the same goals but have very different means of achieving these goals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

When we discuss the outcomes of policies we are concerned with

Accepted Answer

A) the substantive accomplishments of the policies. 
B) the amount of money the government spends to implement a policy. 
C) the number of people employed in enacting the policy. 
D) the influence of the policy on congressional elections. 
A) the substantive accomplishments of the policies. 
B) the amount of money the government spends to implement a policy. 
C) the number of people employed in enacting the policy. 
D) the influence of the policy on congressional elections. A

Question 3

Explain how a good causal model can help link outcomes to efforts.

Accepted Answer

A good causal model can help link outcomes to efforts by providing a clear and systematic understanding of the relationships between different variables. It allows us to identify the key factors that influence the desired outcomes and understand how they are connected to the efforts being made. By establishing these causal relationships, we can determine which efforts are most likely to lead to the desired outcomes and prioritize our resources accordingly.

Additionally, a good causal model can help us identify potential unintended consequences of our efforts. By understanding the complex interplay of variables, we can anticipate how changes in one area may impact other areas, allowing us to mitigate any negative effects and maximize the positive impact of our efforts.

Overall, a good causal model provides a framework for understanding the cause-and-effect relationships between different variables, helping us to make more informed decisions and allocate resources effectively to achieve the desired outcomes.

Question 4

Designing a policy is not as important as doing something about it in the first place.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Vague goals in statutes allow legislators to vote for a law and pass the conflicts on to an administrative agency for interpretation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Explain why it's more difficult to assess government agencies' efficiency than it is to assess the efficiency of private sector firms.

Accepted Answer

There are several reasons why it is more

Question 7

Deborah Stone argues that the causes of problems are very complex and hard to determine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

There is usually a strong relationship between a casual theory and the policy devised to address the problem.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Do you agree that greater security must come with less freedom? Explain, and base your argument in the debate over the USA Patriot act described in the case study in Chapter 8.

Accepted Answer

I do not agree that greater security mus

Question 10

Which of the following would not be considered a theory of decision making?

Accepted Answer

A) incremental theory 
B) rational comprehensive theory 
C) agenda setting theory 
D) all of the above are decision making theories 
A) incremental theory 
B) rational comprehensive theory 
C) agenda setting theory 
D) all of the above are decision making theories

Question 11

According to Deborah Stone, we can use economic notions of the market to effectively model the political system and policy choices.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Noncoercive policy types are generally characterized by

Accepted Answer

A) high compliance, and high administrative costs. 
B) low compliance, and low administrative costs. 
C) high compliance, and low administrative costs. 
D) low compliance, and high administrative costs. 
A) high compliance, and high administrative costs. 
B) low compliance, and low administrative costs. 
C) high compliance, and low administrative costs. 
D) low compliance, and high administrative costs.

Question 13

According to Lindblom, we engage in small, incremental changes to policy because

Accepted Answer

A) our constitution is biased against big changes. 
B) the information costs of small steps is small, because we have a lot of accumulated experience. 
C) American political culture works against major policy change. 
D) incrementalism usually leads to the "best" policy. 
A) our constitution is biased against big changes. 
B) the information costs of small steps is small, because we have a lot of accumulated experience. 
C) American political culture works against major policy change. 
D) incrementalism usually leads to the "best" policy.

Question 14

The public sector is by all measures less efficient than the private sector.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

It's easier to measure outcomes than outputs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Explain the important elements of policy tool selection.

Accepted Answer

Policy tool selection is a crucial aspec

Question 17

Which concept relates to the belief that we can alter people's self-propelled progress toward their goals by changing the obstacles and opportunities they face?

Accepted Answer

A) collective action 
B) inducements 
C) diffuse costs 
D) concentrated interests 
A) collective action 
B) inducements 
C) diffuse costs 
D) concentrated interests

Question 18

What is one problem, or critique of the rational-comprehensive decision making model?

Accepted Answer

One problem or critique of the rational-

Question 19

Deborah Stone defines efficiency as

Accepted Answer

A) a means to an end goal. 
B) the goal of public policy itself. 
C) the only neutral criterion on which we can assess policies. 
D) the major impediment to improved public policy. 
A) a means to an end goal. 
B) the goal of public policy itself. 
C) the only neutral criterion on which we can assess policies. 
D) the major impediment to improved public policy.

Question 20

Explain why efficiency as a goal of public policy is hard to prove or accomplish.

Accepted Answer

Efficiency as a goal of public policy is

Interest groups can have the same goals but have very different means of achieving these goals.

When we discuss the outcomes of policies we are concerned with

Explain how a good causal model can help link outcomes to efforts.

Designing a policy is not as important as doing something about it in the first place.

Vague goals in statutes allow legislators to vote for a law and pass the conflicts on to an administrative agency for interpretation.

Explain why it's more difficult to assess government agencies' efficiency than it is to assess the efficiency of private sector firms.

Deborah Stone argues that the causes of problems are very complex and hard to determine.

There is usually a strong relationship between a casual theory and the policy devised to address the problem.

Do you agree that greater security must come with less freedom? Explain, and base your argument in the debate over the USA Patriot act described in the case study in Chapter 8.

Which of the following would not be considered a theory of decision making?

According to Deborah Stone, we can use economic notions of the market to effectively model the political system and policy choices.

Noncoercive policy types are generally characterized by

According to Lindblom, we engage in small, incremental changes to policy because

The public sector is by all measures less efficient than the private sector.

It's easier to measure outcomes than outputs.

Explain the important elements of policy tool selection.

Which concept relates to the belief that we can alter people's self-propelled progress toward their goals by changing the obstacles and opportunities they face?

What is one problem, or critique of the rational-comprehensive decision making model?

Deborah Stone defines efficiency as

Explain why efficiency as a goal of public policy is hard to prove or accomplish.

Introducing the Policy Process

An Overview of the Policy Process

The Historical, Structural, and Environmental Contexts of Public Policy

Official Actors and Their Roles in Public Policy

Unofficial Actors and Their Roles in Public Policy

Agenda Setting, Power, and Interest Groups

Policies and Policy Types

Policy Design and Policy Tools

Policy Implementation, Failure, and Learning

Science and Theory in the Study of Public Policy Need to Add Some NPF

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Exam 8: Policy Design, Policy Tools, and Decisions

Interest groups can have the same goals but have very different means of achieving these goals.

When we discuss the outcomes of policies we are concerned with

Explain how a good causal model can help link outcomes to efforts.

Designing a policy is not as important as doing something about it in the first place.

Vague goals in statutes allow legislators to vote for a law and pass the conflicts on to an administrative agency for interpretation.

Explain why it's more difficult to assess government agencies' efficiency than it is to assess the efficiency of private sector firms.

Deborah Stone argues that the causes of problems are very complex and hard to determine.

There is usually a strong relationship between a casual theory and the policy devised to address the problem.

Do you agree that greater security must come with less freedom? Explain, and base your argument in the debate over the USA Patriot act described in the case study in Chapter 8.

Which of the following would not be considered a theory of decision making?

According to Deborah Stone, we can use economic notions of the market to effectively model the political system and policy choices.

Noncoercive policy types are generally characterized by

According to Lindblom, we engage in small, incremental changes to policy because

The public sector is by all measures less efficient than the private sector.

It's easier to measure outcomes than outputs.

Explain the important elements of policy tool selection.

Which concept relates to the belief that we can alter people's self-propelled progress toward their goals by changing the obstacles and opportunities they face?

What is one problem, or critique of the rational-comprehensive decision making model?

Deborah Stone defines efficiency as

Explain why efficiency as a goal of public policy is hard to prove or accomplish.

Introducing the Policy Process

An Overview of the Policy Process

The Historical, Structural, and Environmental Contexts of Public Policy

Official Actors and Their Roles in Public Policy

Unofficial Actors and Their Roles in Public Policy

Agenda Setting, Power, and Interest Groups

Policies and Policy Types

Policy Design and Policy Tools

Policy Implementation, Failure, and Learning

Science and Theory in the Study of Public Policy Need to Add Some NPF

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