Question

Which step best completes the diagram?

A policy idea is
turned into a
proposal.
Legislators
debate the
policy proposal.
?
The policy is
carried out by
executive
agencies.
A. The president approves the policy proposal.
B. Legislators adopt the policy as a new law.
C. The policy proposal is placed on the general ballot.
D. Citizens decide to approve or refuse the policy proposal.

Answer 1

B. Legislators adopt the policy as a new law.

This step best completes the diagram, as it represents the legislative process where the policy proposal is formally accepted and implemented as a new law by the legislators.