Thursday, April 26, 2012

Rational-Comprehensive (Root)


1a Clarification of values or objectives distinct from and usually prerequisite to empirical analysis of alternative policies.
2a Policy-formulation is therefore approached through means-end analysis: First the ends are isolated, then the means to achieve them are sought.
3a The test of a 'good' policy is that it can be shown to be the most appropriate means to desired ends.
4a Analysis is comprehensive: every important relevant factor is taken into account.
5a Theory is often heavily relied upon.

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