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How does decentralized planning promote innovation at the local level?

ABy enforcing uniform policies for all regions

BBy allowing local governments to develop solutions suited to their specific needs and challenges

CBy restricting local governments from creating their own policies

DBy requiring local authorities to follow top-down national strategies

Answer:

B. By allowing local governments to develop solutions suited to their specific needs and challenges

Read Explanation:

Decentralized planning promotes innovation by giving local governments the freedom to experiment and develop tailored solutions based on their specific needs. This flexibility encourages creativity and allows for grassroots-level problem-solving that can later be scaled up if successful.


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