Talk About: -The Great Famine

question 74

Essay

Talk about:
-the Great Famine

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Definitions:

Howey Test

A test derived from SEC v. W.J. Howey Co. to determine if a transaction qualifies as an "investment contract" and thus is considered a security subject to certain regulatory requirements.

Investment Contracts

Agreements or schemes whereby an individual invests money with the expectation of profit primarily from the efforts of others.

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)

A U.S. law that prohibits companies and their individuals from bribing foreign officials for business advantages.

Bribery Provisions

Legal rules or clauses that deal with the offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting of any item of value to influence the actions of an official or other person in charge of a public or legal duty.