Which of the Following Is Correct Concerning the Foreign Corrupt

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct concerning the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) ?

• A)Under the FCPA,a company may be fined up to $5 million.
• B)Under the FCPA,directors participating in violations may be subject to prison terms up to 10 years.
• C)The FCPA bribery provisions apply only to American firms with equity securities registered under the 1934 Act.
• D)Facilitating or grease payments are not prohibited by the FCPA.

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