Which of the Following Is NOT an Advantage of Contracting

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of contracting?

• A) greater efficiency
• B) frees public administrators from routine details
• C) makes it easier to tell where the public sector begins and ends
• D) increases flexibility
• E) can be used to promote social and economic objectives

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Definitions:

Actual Authority

The express and implied powers given to an agent by a principal, allowing them to make legally binding decisions on the principal’s behalf.

Apparent Authority

Apparent authority refers to a situation where someone reasonably believes another has the authority to act on behalf of an organization due to the organization's actions or communications.

Principal

The primary individual or entity involved in a transaction or contract, or a sum of money lent or invested on which interest is paid.

Actual Authority

The express and implied powers granted by a principal to an agent to enter into contracts or make decisions on behalf of the principal.