Below are examples of potential measures an agency could focus on in examining its activities and performance. Match each example with the best-fitting description (output, input, outcome) by entering the appropriate number in each blank. You may use a description more than once or not at all.

_ Number of social workers on staff

_ Number of file folders purchased

_ Number of in-home visits for the year carried out by social workers

_ Change in well-being of children in the foster care system

_ Number of children placed in foster homes

1. Output

2. Input

3. Outcome