Roland Is a Student at a University in Texas

question 19

Multiple Choice

Roland is a student at a university in Texas.He is trying to maintain a 4.0 grade point average in order to help his application for medical school.Near the end of the semester he realizes that he is in danger of making a B in his English literature class.He approaches his instructor Mrs.Brody and says,"I will give you $100 if you will give me an A in this class." Mrs.Brody replies,"Let's see how you do on the final exam." Which of the following statements is correct about this situation?

• A)Roland has committed bribery only if Mrs.Brody ultimately agrees to take the money in exchange for the grade.
• B)Roland has committed bribery only if he fails to earn an A on the final exam.
• C)Roland has committed bribery only if Mrs.Brody is employed at a state university and not a private university.
• D)Roland has committed bribery only if he actually transfers $100 cash to Mrs.Brody after she enters an A in his official university records.

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