Which statement accurately describes one of the defining characteristics of a public policy?
a. it must be enacted into law
b. it must follow the rules of due process
c. it must be accepted as legitimate
d. it must pay for itself

One of the defining characteristics of public policy is: C. It must be accepted as legitimate. Generally speaking, public policy is the broad scope of how a nation addresses the needs of its citizens. Public policy will affect the population as a whole, and must be seen by the public as having been brought about by legitimate political processes.

the 4th option is the answer

answer; cattle ranching on the savanna,and forestry in the amazon;