The Independent Agencies Often Exercise A(n)_____ to Gain Access to Witnesses

question 47

Multiple Choice

The independent agencies often exercise a(n) _____ to gain access to witnesses and documentary evidence,as many people will not voluntarily cooperate with information requests.

• A) power of eminent domain
• B) subpoena power
• C) enforcement power
• D) coercive power

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