Which of the Following Is True Regarding Wage Garnishment

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding wage garnishment?

• A) Wage garnishment is governed only by state law.
• B) Wage garnishment is governed only by federal law.
• C) Wage garnishment is governed only by local ordinance.
• D) Both federal and state laws govern wage garnishment.
• E) Garnishment is governed by contractual provisions not by state law, federal law, or local ordinance.

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Definitions:

Employee

An individual who works under a contract of employment, receiving compensation for providing services to an employer.

Third Party

An individual or group besides the two primarily involved in a situation or contract, often implicated in legal or financial transactions.

Authorized

Having official permission or approval to do something, especially in a legal or formal context.

Contract

A legally binding agreement between two or more parties that is enforceable by law.