The Board of Directors

question 45

Multiple Choice

The board of directors

• A) are hired by the CEO.
• B) are elected by shareholders.
• C) have unlimited liability since they oversee the day-to-day operations of the firm.
• D) are employed by the Securities Exchange Commission to ensure its rules and regulations have been met.

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