The Merit Systems Protection Board Issues a Rule

question 27

Multiple Choice

The Merit Systems Protection Board issues a rule.Like other adminis?tra?tive agencies' "legislative rules," this rule is as

• A)binding as a law passed by Congress.
• B)persuasive as an expert's opinion.
• C)suggestive as a newspaper's editorial.
• D)unenforceable as a salesperson's puffery.

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Definitions:

Fraternity Hazing

The practice of ritual and other non-ritual activities involving harassment, abuse, or humiliation as a way of initiating a person into a group.

Effort Justification

A phenomenon where individuals assign greater value to outcomes they have put significant effort into achieving, regardless of the actual value of the outcome.

Universally Applicable

Refers to principles, rules, or criteria that are relevant and can be applied in every situation, without exceptions.

Special Benefits

Privileges or advantages provided to individuals or groups under specific conditions or circumstances.