The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Has the Authority to Go

question 40

Multiple Choice

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has the authority to go after individuals who engage in illegal insider trading, which is the practice of:

• A) creating dummy corporations to serve as a front for companies trading in illegal goods.
• B) disseminating fraudulent information in trade-related chat rooms or forums.
• C) deceptively promoting securities of small companies of under $250 million market capitalization and then selling them to an unwary public.
• D) using inside information to profit unfairly from trading in a company's securities.

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Definitions:

Relatedness Needs

According to Self-Determination Theory, these are essential psychological needs involving connecting with others through caring and meaningful relationships.

Growth Needs

Psychological requirements for personal development and self-improvement.

Existence Needs

Basic requirements for human survival, such as food, water, shelter, and safety, which are considered the foundation of Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

Supervision

The act of overseeing and directing work and workers, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.