Which Choice Is an Example of a Powerful Before-The-Fact Political

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which choice is an example of a powerful before-the-fact political weapon for controlling the bureaucracy?

• A)sunset provision
• B)procedural control
• C)appointment process
• D)appropriations process
• E)congressional hearing

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Definitions:

Reverse Stock Split

A reverse stock split is a consolidation of shares that decreases the total number of outstanding shares and increases the share price proportionately.

Market Value

The existing price for buying or selling an asset or service in the marketplace.

Retained Earnings

The portion of a company's profits that are kept and not paid out as dividends to shareholders, often reinvested into the business.

Special Dividend

A one-time distribution of earnings to shareholders, outside of the regular dividend schedule.