When debating the results of a policy evaluation, evaluators often have to defend against what type of criticism?

a. Therewas not enough time for the true effects of the policy to emerge.
b. They gave too much preference to one outcome criteria.
c. The cost reductions or the social benefits aren't enough to justify continuing the policy.
d. All of these choices are types of criticism often encountered


D

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Simply stated, assertive behavior is expressing oneself without hurting or stepping on others

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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World War II was important for women's participation in the labor force for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:

A) It enabled women to hold jobs previously held only by men. B) Minority women were given new job opportunities. C) It changed forever the "normal" role of women as wives and mothers. D) Women were paid wages that were equivalent to those of men.

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Lesbian and gay people today usually become aware that they are different from most others in terms of sexual orientation before the age of ___.

A. 5 B. 10 C. 15 D. 20

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