What Are Discretionary Powers

question 9

Multiple Choice

What are discretionary powers?

• A)Discretionary powers are powers an agency must be expressly authorized to exercise.
• B)Discretionary powers refers to the power of the court to overturn agency decisions.
• C)Discretionary powers necessitate the exercise of significant judgement when applied.
• D)Discretionary powers are powers exercised by independent agencies but not executive agencies.

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