Explain the Primary Goal of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act in 2002

question 56

Essay

Explain the primary goal of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act in 2002 and discuss whether or not this act appears to be effectively meeting that goal.

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Definitions:

Costs of Pollution

The economic, health, and environmental damages caused by the emission of pollutants.

Environmental Standards

Rules established by a government to protect the environment by specifying actions by producers and consumers.

Pollution Reduction

The process of decreasing or eliminating the release of pollutants into the environment, typically involving regulations and technologies aimed at clean air, water, and soil.

Minimum Cost

The lowest possible expense at which a company can produce a good or service without sacrificing quality.