Question 1

Most ordinary people do not write, talk to, or vote for their legislators.

Accepted Answer

Most ordinary people may not engage directly with their legislators due to lack of interest, awareness, or belief that their actions will have an impact.

Question 2

Opposition to the development of new policies is frequently based primarily on self-serving economic factors.

Accepted Answer

This statement is generally true as many individuals and businesses may oppose new policies that would negatively impact their own financial interests.

Question 3

Corporate welfare does not have a direct impact on the population.

Accepted Answer

Corporate welfare does have a direct impact on the population as it involves the allocation of public funds or resources to private companies, potentially taking away from other public initiatives or services. Additionally, it can lead to increased economic inequality and support for companies that engage in unethical or harmful practices.

Question 4

Ample funds guarantee the effective implementation of policy.

Accepted Answer

Ample funds alone do not guarantee the effective implementation of policy; success also depends on factors such as proper planning, management, execution, and monitoring.

Question 5

The media do not attempt to influence our views on social policy.

Accepted Answer

The media often plays a role in shaping public opinion and can influence views on social policy through the way issues are presented and discussed.

Question 6

How one goes about eliminating poverty involves:

Accepted Answer

The answer of How one goes about eliminating poverty involves:
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Question 7

Social policy in the U.S.is solely determined by the President of the country.

Accepted Answer

Social policy in the U.S. is determined by multiple branches of government, including Congress, the President, and state governments, not solely by the President.

Question 8

The stopping of payments on the basis of written record alone (Social Security disability program) is an example of interpretation of an operational policy.

Accepted Answer

The interpretation of operational policies can be seen in the decision to stop Social Security disability payments based solely on written records. This demonstrates the application of a policy decision in practice.

Question 9

Pressure and lobbying are used to make sure that the decision makers treat all groups the same.

Accepted Answer

Pressure and lobbying are often used by specific groups to gain advantages or favorable decisions from decision makers, which does not necessarily ensure equal treatment for all groups.

Question 10

Social policies in preliterate societies were really just plans for survival that assured food, shelter and protection.

Accepted Answer

Preliterate societies focused on basic needs and survival, which included ensuring food, shelter, and protection, forming the basis of their social policies.

Question 11

All state legislatures across the country:

Accepted Answer

State legislatures vary in their meeting schedules, with some meeting annually and others biennially. They also differ in the length of their sessions and the resources available to them, so none of the statements A, B, or C are universally true for all state legislatures.

Quiz 7: Social Policy