Policy analysts often investigate the of a social problem in order to develop policy solutions that attack the problem before it might develop.
a) root causes
b) proximate causes
c) incremental causes
d) factorial causes

Option A is correct.

Explanation:

A root cause can be defined as a determinant factor that leads to a chain of events that caused an error, or problem. This factor must be eliminated to solve the problem.

When attempting to find the root cause for a problem, a team of qualified people can be assigned for the task for a faster and more efficient search.

Option A

Explanation: The main reason Policy analysts investigate social problems is to find a lasting solution to the problem, or what can be done to prevent such problems from occurring again.

Root Cause is an initiating cause that shows the underlying error to a problem. This definition makes it the best option for the question because it can be deduced that the reason why policy analyst carry out investigation to social problem is to develop a policy solution that attack the problem before it might develop. The best way they can come up with a solution is to determine what the root cause of that social problem is, study it and develop a solution that attacks the problem when ever it develops again.

Proximate cause is the immediate reason behind the problem, is doesn't explain how it was developed. i would say that after root cause, a proximate cause is due to set in, it depends on what type of cause it is and it doesn't provide the evidence or clues of how to develop a solution that can solve the problem. That is why it is not the best answer to the blank space left in the question above.

answer; the correct answer is (d) binge eating followed by compensatory behavior;

in the united states a public policy is an agreed upon way that our federal, state, or local government fulfills its responsibilities, such as protecting the rights of individuals and promoting the welfare of all the people. some public policies are written into laws by legislatures. other policies are contained in rules and regulations created by executive branches of government, the branches responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws.

the following are examples of public policies and the governmental agencies responsible for carrying them out.

school districts are responsible for making policies regarding student behavior and discipline. teachers and school administrators enforce these policies. state legislatures are responsible for making laws that place speed limits on drivers. police officers enforce these laws. city governments often adopt policies that prohibit people from operating liquor stores near public schools. city inspectors and zoning departments enforce these policies.

when people become aware of problems in their communities, they often want government to develop and carry out policies to deal with those problems. these may be problems for which there are

existing policies or laws that do not work well,

existing policies or laws that are not being enforced,

no policies or laws.

as a citizen of the united states you have a right to say what you think government should do about problems in your community. you also have a right to say what you think about problems in your state, the nation, and about international problems. you have the right to try to influence the decisions people in your government make about all of those problems.

to be able to participate effectively, however, citizens need to know which levels of government and which governmental agencies are responsible for changing, enforcing, or developing a specific public policy. for example, state legislatures may direct agencies to enact policies resulting from federal legislation. or, local governments may create policies in order to carry out responsibilities assigned to them through laws enacted at the state or federal level. additionally, as part of the process of developing and implementing policy, governmental agencies must determine if the new policy conflicts with existing legislation or policy.

this project is intended to you learn how to express your opinions, how to decide which level of government and which agency is most appropriate for dealing with the problem you identify, and how to influence policy decisions at that level of government. it calls for you to work cooperatively with others in your class and, with the of your teacher and adult volunteers, to accomplish the following tas