If an Agency Causes a Substantial Loss to a Business

question 33

Multiple Choice

If an agency causes a substantial loss to a business by enforcement of its laws, that business:

• A) always may hold the agency liable for damages.
• B) never can hold the agency liable for damages.
• C) may seek damages if the agency acted in bad faith.
• D) may seek damages if the agency complied with its own guidelines.

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The price paid for not choosing the second-best option during decision-making.

Higher Opportunity Cost

The increased potential loss of choosing one option over another, indicating a sacrifice of higher value alternatives.

Absolute Advantage

The ability of a country, individual, company or region to produce a good or service at a lower cost per unit than the cost at which any other entity produces that good or service.

Comparative Advantage

The capacity of a nation, person, business, or area to generate a product or offer a service with a smaller opportunity cost compared to its rivals.