Which criterion is included in the assessment criteria?

• A. Mandates involved
• B. Administrative sanction
• C. Cost
• D. Degree of community support

Answer: (A)

Assessing a proposal involves checking how well it aligns with the rules that govern the setting. The criterion about mandates involved asks which laws, regulations, district or state policies, and funding requirements the plan must comply with. This is essential because a proposal can’t be implemented if it isn’t legally and policy-appropriate, and spotting these requirements up front helps prevent later barriers or liability.

Cost, while important for feasibility, is usually dealt with under budgeting and resource constraints rather than a primary evaluative criterion. Degree of community support matters for practical implementation and sustainability, but it’s more about stakeholder engagement and acceptance than formal compliance. Administrative sanction refers to penalties or disciplinary actions and isn’t a standard measure used to judge the viability of a plan. So the mandate-related criterion stands out as the essential element in assessment criteria.