Place These Stages in the Budget Cycle in the Order

question 8

Multiple Choice

Place these stages in the budget cycle in the order in which they normally occur.

• A) Agency request, executive consideration, legislative consideration, audit, service delivery.
• B) Executive consideration, agency request, legislative consideration, service delivery, audit.
• C) Executive consideration, agency request, legislative consideration, audit, service delivery.
• D) Agency request, executive consideration, legislative consideration, service delivery, audit.

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Definitions:

Ethics Compliance Officers

Professionals responsible for ensuring that an organization's actions are in line with legal standards and ethical practices within their industry.

Fraud

The intentional deception to secure unfair or unlawful gain, or to deprive a victim of a legal right, often involving financial transactions.

Employee Training

A program designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of employees, improving their performance and efficiency.

Rationalize

To attempt to justify with logical reasons, even if these are not appropriate or relevant.