Which of the following definitions most completely expresses the meaning of the term public policy?
A. government actions designed to benefit all the American people, not just particular interest groups
B. anything the government chooses to do or not to do
C. government actions that have a direct and tangible effect on a wide variety of citizens
D. government policies directed toward specific economic or social goals
E. any government policy that draws the support of the majority of the American people
Answer: B
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