The Term Whistleblower References Only Those Who Report Violations Internally

question 6

True/False

The term whistleblower references only those who report violations internally (e.g. ,to a supervisor,to human resources,to internal affairs,or to an office of professional responsibility)).

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Definitions:

Sarbanes-Oxley Act

In 2002, the United States passed a federal statute aimed at defending investors by advancing the veracity and trustworthiness of corporate disclosures.

Financial Reports

Documents containing detailed information about a company's financial health, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

Securities and Exchange Commission

A U.S. government agency responsible for enforcing federal securities laws and regulating the securities industry, stock and options exchanges.

Chief Executive Officer

The highest-ranking executive in a company, responsible for making major corporate decisions and managing the overall operations and resources.