Answer:
A. principles, guidelines, or procedures that serve the purpose of maximizing uniformity in decision making.
Explanation:
In every social groups, a policy is created by a person or an entity that has a full acknowledgement by the members of the social groups and recognized as 'authorities' . (in modern America, this entity is what we called as the government)
These guidelines or procedures are made for two main reasons:
- To maintain the social order (which is why policies regarding prohibited criminal behaviors are created)
- To ensure that the social group manage to survive and develops (this lead to the creation of things such as economic policies)
Answer:
D) identifies as a progressive
Explanation:
Progressive government /Progressivism refers to political philosophy that supports of social reform in the form of advancements in science, technology, economic development and social organization which all contribute to the improvement of the human condition. It is mainly identified with progress and innovation. Supporters or proponents of this philosophy or government based on it are usually enlightened individuals, educated and live in major cities, with the belief that government can be a tool to achieve this reform.