Question 1

The reason(s)for studying public policy is (are):
A)Theoretical
B)Practical
C)Political
D)All above

Accepted Answer

Studying public policy has theoretical, practical, and political significance. Theoretical knowledge helps to comprehend and analyze public policy, practical knowledge is useful in examining real-world policy problems and creating effective solutions, and political knowledge helps to understand policy-making processes and the impact of political institutions and actors. Therefore, all of the above reasons justify why studying public policy is crucial.

Question 2

Three reasons for studying public policy are:
A)policy adoption, implementation, analysis
B)policy advocacy, analysis, implementation
C)theoretical, practical, political
D)theoretical, analytical, political

Accepted Answer

C

Question 3

Frustration with the expansion of the role of public policy is due to
A)Circumscription of our freedoms
B)Balancing of the needs of others
C)Impersonal principles and rules
D)None of the above
E)All of the above

Accepted Answer

Frustration with the expansion of the role of public policy is multifaceted and can be attributed to a combination of factors, including the circumscription of our freedoms, the balancing of the needs of others, and the imposition of impersonal principles and rules. Therefore, all of the options above can contribute to the frustration felt by some individuals towards public policy.

Question 4

The Coleman Report found that the solution to academic achievement was
A)"No Child Left Behind"
B)Educated parents
C)"Race to the Top"
D)Greater equality of academic achievement

Accepted Answer

The Coleman Report emphasized the significant role of family background and socioeconomic status, particularly the education level of parents, in influencing academic achievement.

Question 5

An intentional course of action followed by a government institution or official for resolving an issue of public concern is called
A)Public policy
B)Policy analysis
C)Policy advocacy
D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

Public policy refers to a deliberate course of action or inaction taken by a government institution or official to address public issues or concerns. Policy analysis and policy advocacy are part of the process of developing and implementing public policy, but they are not synonymous with it. Policy analysis is an objective assessment of the potential impact of different policy options, while policy advocacy involves promoting a particular policy or set of policies based on a particular position or agenda.

Question 6

Public policy is defined by three necessary qualifications.Which of the following is NOT a necessary qualification?
A)that official actions be sanctioned by law or accepted custom
B)Laws or official regulation should not be mistaken for the whole realm of policy
C)policy always meets intended goals
D)intentional course of action includes decisions made not to take a certain action

Accepted Answer

The statement "policy always meets intended goals" is not true and therefore is not a necessary qualification for defining public policy. Public policy may have intended goals, but it does not always meet them due to various factors such as implementation challenges, unforeseen consequences, and changing circumstances. The other options A, B, and D are necessary qualifications for defining public policy as they emphasize the importance of official actions being sanctioned by law or accepted custom, acknowledging that laws or regulations are not the whole realm of policy, and recognizing that intentional course of action includes decisions made not to take a certain action.

Question 7

The implementation of the Affordable Care Act is an example of the principle of unnecessary complexity in the implementation of policy decreases the likelihood of failure of that policy

Accepted Answer

The implementation of the Affordable Care Act is an example of the principle that unnecessary complexity in the implementation of policy increases the likelihood of failure of that policy, not decreases. The complex implementation of the ACA led to a number of difficulties and challenges, including website malfunctions and confusion among consumers, which contributed to its initial struggles in achieving its goals.

Question 8

Liberalism,Conservatism,and other ideology groups strongly agree about the range of private good that is appropriate for government to distribute.

Accepted Answer

Liberalism and Conservatism have different views on the appropriate range of private goods that the government should distribute. Liberals generally support a larger government role in providing for the basic needs of citizens, such as healthcare and education, while conservatives believe in a smaller government that leaves the distribution of goods to market forces and individual responsibility. Other ideological groups may have varying views on this as well.

Question 9

Who is NOT responsible for developing and implementing public policy at the federal level?
A)Congress
B)The President
C)Appointed bureaucrats
D)Political Action Committee

Accepted Answer

Political Action Committees (PACs) are private organizations that attempt to influence elected officials and public policy, but they do not have the authority to develop or implement public policy at the federal level. This responsibility falls to Congress, the President, and appointed bureaucrats.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT an example of public policy?
A)Environmental regulation
B)National defense
C)The Beer summit
D)Stimulus package

Accepted Answer

The Beer summit was a private event in which President Obama invited Harvard professor Henry Gates and police officer James Crowley to the White House to discuss their controversial encounter. It was not a public policy, but rather an attempt at conflict resolution.

Question 11

Public policy is an intentional course of action followed by a government institution or official that includes,but is not limited to making laws and is defined in terms of
A)negative spillover effects
B)civil issues
C)problems of government
D)a common goal or purpose

Accepted Answer

Public policy is defined in terms of a common goal or purpose that the government institution or official seeks to achieve. While negative spillover effects, civil issues, and problems of government may all be considerations in the formulation of public policy, they are not defining characteristics of it.

Question 12

Public policy can be measured by the percentage of Gross Domestic Product in the public sector

Accepted Answer

Public policy can be measured by various means, including the percentage of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) allocated to the public sector, as this reflects the extent of government intervention and spending in the economy.

Question 13

Which is NOT a reason for the frequent failure of policies to achieve their intended impact?
A)no plausible scenario on which the parties can agree
B)no socially acceptable solution exists
C)policies and laws only permit strict interpretations
D)disagreement about what constitute a social or political problem that must be addressed by the policy makers

Accepted Answer

All of the other options (A, B, and D) suggest that there are fundamental disagreements or complexities in implementing policies that can make it difficult for them to achieve their intended impact. Option C, on the other hand, does not make sense as policies and laws often permit a range of interpretations and there is scope for flexibility in implementation.

Question 14

Passage of various government regulations from the Food & Drug Administration illustrated the federal government's commitment to
A)environmental conservation
B)workers' rights
C)business competition
D)consumer protection

Accepted Answer

The regulations passed by the FDA were aimed at protecting consumers by ensuring the safety and efficacy of food, drugs, and other products. These regulations set standards for labeling, manufacturing, and distribution, which help to prevent the sale of harmful or ineffective products.

Question 15

The attributes of the civil service or public bureaucracy are
A)An elaborate set of impersonal rules
B)Division of labor
C)Hierarchical structure
D)Predictability
E)All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above attributes are commonly associated with civil service or public bureaucracy. An elaborate set of impersonal rules helps ensure that everyone is held accountable and treated fairly. Division of labor allows each person to specialize in their area of expertise, increasing efficiency. A hierarchical structure ensures clear lines of authority and responsibility. Overall, these attributes help create a predictable and stable environment within the bureaucracy.

Question 16

The growth of public policy is primarily
A)due to politics
B)because of increased prosperity
C)a consequence of modernization
D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of The growth of public policy is primarily
A)due...

Question 17

Public Policy is rooted in
A)Public statements
B)Official regulations
C)Law and in the authority and coercion associated with law
D)Widely accepted and publicly visible patterns of behavior

Accepted Answer

Public policy is rooted in law and the authority and coercion associated with law. Policies are enforced through regulations and laws, and the consequences for non-compliance can include fines or other legal penalties. Public statements and visible patterns of behavior may be important components of public policy, but they are not sufficient on their own to constitute a policy.

Question 18

The requirement that official action be sanctioned by law or accepted custom is because officials
A)Sometime take bribes
B)Exceed their legal authority
C)Step outside of public policy
D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

The requirement that official action be sanctioned by law or accepted custom is to prevent officials from engaging in corrupt practices like taking bribes, exceeding their legal authority, and stepping outside of public policy. This ensures accountability and adherence to established legal and ethical standards.

Question 19

Public policy is rooted in law and in the authority and coercion associated with law.

Accepted Answer

Public policy often stems from laws and regulations which are enforced through the authority and coercion of the government.

Question 20

In a zero-sum society,the allocation of values to members of one underrepresented group requires that members of other groups will not have to pay the costs.

Accepted Answer

In a zero-sum society, the allocation of values to members of one underrepresented group may require that other groups pay a cost, as resources are seen as limited and scarce.

Quiz 1: Public Policy: An Introduction

The reason(s) for studying public policy is (are) :

Three reasons for studying public policy are:

Frustration with the expansion of the role of public policy is due to

The Coleman Report found that the solution to academic achievement was

An intentional course of action followed by a government institution or official for resolving an issue of public concern is called

Public policy is defined by three necessary qualifications.Which of the following is NOT a necessary qualification?

The implementation of the Affordable Care Act is an example of the principle of unnecessary complexity in the implementation of policy decreases the likelihood of failure of that policy

Liberalism,Conservatism,and other ideology groups strongly agree about the range of private good that is appropriate for government to distribute.

Who is NOT responsible for developing and implementing public policy at the federal level?

Which of the following is NOT an example of public policy?

Public policy is an intentional course of action followed by a government institution or official that includes,but is not limited to making laws and is defined in terms of

Public policy can be measured by the percentage of Gross Domestic Product in the public sector

Which is NOT a reason for the frequent failure of policies to achieve their intended impact?

Passage of various government regulations from the Food & Drug Administration illustrated the federal government's commitment to

The attributes of the civil service or public bureaucracy are

The growth of public policy is primarily

Public Policy is rooted in

The requirement that official action be sanctioned by law or accepted custom is because officials

Public policy is rooted in law and in the authority and coercion associated with law.

In a zero-sum society,the allocation of values to members of one underrepresented group requires that members of other groups will not have to pay the costs.