Worksheet6: Selecting the best public policy solution

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Your problem (phrase): _____________________________________________________________

 

  1. List the three public policy alternatives from Worksheet 5. Create a short word or abbreviation to summarize each policy and write it at the end of each policy.

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  2. Use the format in the example to complete the matrix below:
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    EFFECTIVENESS

     

    FEASIBILITY

     

     

     

    HIGH

     

    MEDIUM

    LOW

     

    HIGH

     

    		  

     

    		  

     

    MEDIUM

    		  

     

     

     

     

     

    LOW

     

    		  

     

    		    

     

     

  3. Discuss the reasons for your decisions in the matrix.

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  4. Discuss why your group prefers one alternative over the other two alternatives.

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