Which of the Following Was the First Federal Regulatory Agency

question 96

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was the first federal regulatory agency specifically directed toward overseeing potentially harmful corporate activity?

• A) Environmental Protection Agency
• B) Interstate Commerce Commission
• C) Security and Exchange Commission
• D) Occupational Safety and Hazards Agency

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Definitions:

Jaundice

A medical condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and eyes due to elevated levels of bilirubin in the blood.

Bronchitis

Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the bronchial tree.

Asthma

An allergic reaction to a substance resulting in wheezing, shortness of breath, and difficulty in breathing.

Wheezing

A high-pitched whistling sound made while breathing, often associated with difficulty breathing and often heard with asthma, chronic bronchitis, and other lung diseases.