Andrew Flint Is the CEO of a Small,publicly Held Company

question 8

Multiple Choice

Andrew Flint is the CEO of a small,publicly held company based in Idaho Falls,Idaho.Flint earned $76,000 last year as CEO.Investors in Flint's firm are earning nearly 15 percent on their shares.Flint has learned that the SEC is considering a proposed rule mandating salary studies for all publicly held firms.Flint has priced such studies and has estimates ranging from $27,000 to $40,000.Flint would like the SEC to understand his firm's position.Which of the following statements is true?

• A)Flint will need to hire a lawyer to present evidence to the SEC.
• B)Flint can challenge the rule only after promulgation.
• C)Flint's challenge must be made in court.
• D)Flint can simply write to the SEC to voice his concerns.

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Definitions:

Strategic PR Objectives

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Workplace Giving

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