The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act is very specific in that it details what is considered bribery. If a foreign official is involved and any form of payment is even offered, the act is unlawful. Why would one offer a foreign official a bribe as part of a business transaction between two companies in differing countries?
A) The foreign official helps oversee the successful transport of goods and services.
B) The foreign official oversees issuing licenses for work to be completed.
C) The foreign official can help persuade that a contract be awarded to a specific company.
D) The foreign official allows for paperwork to be processed at a faster rate to expedite the start of business operations.

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Foreign officials are allowed to be paid under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act for certain circumstances. However, paying a bribe so that a contract is awarded is not one of them.

The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Is Very Specific in That