The first stage of the policymaking process is to ______.

a. consider the pros and cons of a particular policy and potential solutions
b. place the problem on the agenda of lawmakers
c. determine that there is a problem
d. measure and asses the effectiveness of programs and policies


c. determine that there is a problem

Political Science

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The primary circuit of capital consists of real estate investment

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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President Clinton’s Goals 2000 emphasized which of the following educational areas?

A. math and science B. arts C. communications D. humanities and social sciences

Political Science

The only state that has a senator that is neither a Democrat nor a Republican is

a. Vermont. b. California. c. Virginia. d. Massachusetts. e. Florida

Political Science

527 committees are an important part of the American political system because they

A. operate the caucuses of each of the two main political parties. B. work closely with political parties to coordinate election campaign strategies and fund-raising efforts. C. are charged with enforcing the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act. D. are able to raise and spend unlimited amounts of money as long as they do not coordinate their activities with a political party.

Political Science