Question 1

Policy goals are often easy to define.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Choose one element of policy design and briefly elaborate on the important questions to ask for this element.

Accepted Answer

One important element of policy design is the identification of stakeholders. When designing a policy, it is crucial to consider who will be affected by the policy and who has a vested interest in its outcomes. Some important questions to ask for this element include:

1. Who are the primary stakeholders? This includes individuals, groups, or organizations that will be directly impacted by the policy.

2. Are there any secondary or indirect stakeholders? These are individuals or groups that may not be directly impacted by the policy, but still have a vested interest in its outcomes.

3. What are the interests and concerns of the stakeholders? Understanding the motivations and concerns of the stakeholders can help in crafting a policy that addresses their needs and minimizes potential conflicts.

4. How will the policy impact different stakeholders? It is important to consider the potential positive and negative effects of the policy on different stakeholders and how to mitigate any adverse impacts.

5. What is the level of influence of each stakeholder? Understanding the power dynamics among stakeholders can help in navigating potential resistance or support for the policy.

By asking these important questions, policymakers can ensure that they have a comprehensive understanding of the stakeholders involved and can design a policy that takes into account their needs and concerns.

Question 3

Ambiguity makes policy design more difficult.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

How does Deborah Stone's metaphor of dividing a chocolate cake eight different ways explain equality?

Accepted Answer

Deborah Stone, a political scientist kno

Question 5

What is the difference between causal theory and causal story?

Accepted Answer

The terms "causal theory" and "causal st

Question 6

How might goals clash based on categories or definitions of the goals?

Accepted Answer

Goals might clash based on categories or

Question 7

Policies are often made without considering the public interest

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Choose a policy tool an elaborate on its features/characteristics/strengths/weaknesses.

Accepted Answer

One policy tool that can be chosen is th

Question 9

Effectiveness is the measure of how well outputs are gained with given inputs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Indicators and focusing events are two main ways problems can be identified.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Political feasibility is important to consider when selecting a policy tool.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Think about a policy of interest to you, how might you measure its equity?

Accepted Answer

One way to measure the equity of a polic

Question 13

What is one of the elements of policy design, and why is that element important?

Accepted Answer

One of the elements of policy design is

Question 14

Coercive policies are much easier to administer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A hortatory policy is an example of a non-coercive policy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Policy design and implementation are closely related because

Accepted Answer

A) The choices made in the design process will influence the way it is implemented. 
B) They are not related 
C) An elected official must approve of the both the design strategy and implementation strategy. 
D) The tools used to design the policy are the same tools used to implement the policy. 
A) The choices made in the design process will influence the way it is implemented. 
B) They are not related 
C) An elected official must approve of the both the design strategy and implementation strategy. 
D) The tools used to design the policy are the same tools used to implement the policy.

Question 17

Leviathan is a famous work on political theory written by

Accepted Answer

A) Harold Laswell 
B) Thomas Hobbes 
C) Thomas Jefferson 
D) Woodrow Wilson 
A) Harold Laswell 
B) Thomas Hobbes 
C) Thomas Jefferson 
D) Woodrow Wilson

Question 18

What is the causal model?

Accepted Answer

A causal model is a conceptual model tha

Question 19

What is the "hortatory tool" and how is the U.S. Forestry Service using it in its efforts to combat forest fires?

Accepted Answer

The "hortatory tool" refers to a persuas

Question 20

What is a policy goal?

Accepted Answer

A) A desired outcome of a policy 
B) The process with which a policy is implemented 
C) The chosen tools for creating a policy 
D) The actors involved in the policy process 
A) A desired outcome of a policy 
B) The process with which a policy is implemented 
C) The chosen tools for creating a policy 
D) The actors involved in the policy process

Policy goals are often easy to define.

Choose one element of policy design and briefly elaborate on the important questions to ask for this element.

Ambiguity makes policy design more difficult.

How does Deborah Stone's metaphor of dividing a chocolate cake eight different ways explain equality?

What is the difference between causal theory and causal story?

How might goals clash based on categories or definitions of the goals?

Policies are often made without considering the public interest

Choose a policy tool an elaborate on its features/characteristics/strengths/weaknesses.

Effectiveness is the measure of how well outputs are gained with given inputs.

Indicators and focusing events are two main ways problems can be identified.

Political feasibility is important to consider when selecting a policy tool.

Think about a policy of interest to you, how might you measure its equity?

What is one of the elements of policy design, and why is that element important?

Coercive policies are much easier to administer.

A hortatory policy is an example of a non-coercive policy.

Policy design and implementation are closely related because

Leviathan is a famous work on political theory written by

What is the causal model?

What is the "hortatory tool" and how is the U.S. Forestry Service using it in its efforts to combat forest fires?

What is a policy goal?

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, Policy Tools, and Decisions

Policy Implementation, Failure, and Learning

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

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Exam 9: Policy Design and Policy Tools

Policy goals are often easy to define.

Choose one element of policy design and briefly elaborate on the important questions to ask for this element.

Ambiguity makes policy design more difficult.

How does Deborah Stone's metaphor of dividing a chocolate cake eight different ways explain equality?

What is the difference between causal theory and causal story?

How might goals clash based on categories or definitions of the goals?

Policies are often made without considering the public interest

Choose a policy tool an elaborate on its features/characteristics/strengths/weaknesses.

Effectiveness is the measure of how well outputs are gained with given inputs.

Indicators and focusing events are two main ways problems can be identified.

Political feasibility is important to consider when selecting a policy tool.

Think about a policy of interest to you, how might you measure its equity?

What is one of the elements of policy design, and why is that element important?

Coercive policies are much easier to administer.

A hortatory policy is an example of a non-coercive policy.

Policy design and implementation are closely related because

Leviathan is a famous work on political theory written by

What is the causal model?

What is the "hortatory tool" and how is the U.S. Forestry Service using it in its efforts to combat forest fires?

What is a policy goal?

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, Policy Tools, and Decisions

Policy Implementation, Failure, and Learning

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

Filters