Who Argues Cases on Behalf of the United States Government

question 97

Multiple Choice

Who argues cases on behalf of the United States government?

• A) the solicitor general
• B) the attorney general
• C) the Senate majority leader
• D) the president

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Definitions:

Independent Contractor

An individual or entity contracted to perform work for another entity as a non-employee, typically retaining control over how their work is completed.

Employee

An individual who is hired by a company to perform specific duties in exchange for compensation, typically under the control and direction of the employer.

Disclosed Principal

A principal whose identity is known by the third party at the time the agent makes a contract on behalf of the principal.

Independent Contractor

An individual or entity contracted to perform work for another entity as a non-employee, typically with a greater level of autonomy in how the work is completed.