Although Giving or Receiving Bribes in Business-To-Business Interactions Is Illegal

question 104

True/False

Although giving or receiving bribes in business-to-business interactions is illegal in the United States, in some countries, such as France and Germany, bribes are accepted and companies may even deduct the amount as a legitimate income tax expense.

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