Question

the governor of california is worried about the increasing number of traffic accidents in her state. she decides a new policy is needed to solve the problem. she has identified the, so her next step is to form to study the accidents. this group recommends lowering the speed limit in the areas where the accidents are most common. the legislature passes such a law and sets up. the department of transportation and local law enforcement are given the and tools to enforce the new speed limits.

Explanation:

First, the governor has identified the issue (the increasing number of traffic - accidents). Then she forms a group to study it. After getting recommendations, the legislature passes a law and sets up a policy. Finally, the Department of Transportation and local law enforcement are given the authority to enforce the new speed limits.

Answer:

1. issue
2. a group
3. a policy
4. authority