Which of the following is NOT a barrier to evidence-based policies?

a. Public officials develop policy proposals according to what will get them votes, not what needs to be done.
b. Researchers communicate their results to public officials clearly.
c. It is hard to explain why social phenomena exist.
d. A solution that works for one population may not be effective for another population.


ANS: B

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