Question

1. what does the term equity refer to in public policy evaluation?

a. the ability to implement a policy
b. the impact on the environment
c. the cost - effectiveness of a policy
d. the fairness in the distribution of policy benefits and burdens

1. how do citizens influence local government?

a. by running for governor
b. by voting and attending town meetings
c. by issuing ordinances
d. by passing state laws

Explanation:

In public - policy evaluation, equity refers to fairness in the distribution of policy - related benefits and burdens. For the second question, citizens influence local government by voting and participating in town meetings as these are direct ways for public input. Running for governor is for state - level positions, issuing ordinances is a power of local government bodies, and passing state laws is a function of state - level legislative bodies.

Answer:

1. d. The fairness in the distribution of policy benefits and burdens
2. b. By voting and attending town meetings