In the context of national grants, Democrats "have consistently favored fewer strings, less national supervision, and the delegation of spending discretion to the state and local governments."

Which of the following criteria for analyzing public policies examines how government officials appraise the acceptability of a particular alternative or solution?

A. effectiveness B. efficiency C. political feasibility D. equity

Which law was responsible for the creation of the merit-based civil service system in the United States?

A. the Hatch Act B. the Pendleton Act C. the Administrative Procedures Act D. the Freedom of Information Act