The Civil Service System Was Created by The

question 45

Multiple Choice

The civil service system was created by the:

• A) Pendleton Act.
• B) Civil Rights Act of 1964.
• C) Fourteenth Amendment.
• D) Civil Service Act of 1911.

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Definitions:

Divestitures

The process of selling off subsidiary business interests or investments as a strategic move for a company.

Proxy Solicitation

The process of gathering votes from shareholders to vote on corporate matters when they cannot attend the shareholder meeting in person.

Tender Offer

An offer made by an investor or acquiring company to purchase shares from the shareholders of a company at a specific price for a certain period.

Sale of Stock

This refers to the process of selling shares of a company to investors; this can be done via public offerings or through private sales.