Among Several Proposed in 2014 by the Partnership for Public

question 21

Essay

Among several proposed in 2014 by the Partnership for Public Service, accountability was suggested as a way to improve the federal government's human capital.What does accountability mean in this instance? Provide a real-life example where this might have been imposed in the past and describe, from you perspective, do you think that this goes to improving the public's perception of the American government.

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Definitions:

Organization Expenses

Costs incurred in the formation of a corporation, partnership, or other business entity, typically including legal and registration fees.

Paid-in Capital

The amount of money that a company has received from shareholders in exchange for shares of stock, beyond the par value of the shares.

Retained Earnings

The portion of a company's profits that is kept or retained and not paid out as dividends to shareholders, often used for reinvestment in the business or to pay off debt.

Preferred Stock

A class of ownership in a corporation that has a higher claim on its assets and earnings than common stock, often with fixed dividends.