The MOST important reason for social programs to be evaluated is:

A. Doing so satisfies demands for accountability
B. It allows for full services to be delivered to clients.
C. Expenditures are accounted for in regard to function
D. Assists with the implementation of new services


A. Doling so satisfies demands for accountability

The main reason listed as to why it is important for social programs to be evaluated is that doing so satisfies demands for accountability.

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