The data lag is the time between
A) the implementation of a policy and when the impact of the policy is felt.
B) the enactment of a policy and the implementation of the policy.
C) realizing a policy is needed and enacting the policy.
D) the occurrence of an event and policymakers realizing the event has occurred.

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The data lag refers to the delay between when an event occurs and when policymakers become aware of it, due to the time it takes to collect and analyze relevant data.

The Data Lag Is the Time Between