As agency regulatory activities have expanded, agencies have relied more heavily on:
A) the federal court system
B) penal sanctions
C) executive branch assistance
D) informal agency procedures
E) the federal court system and penal sanctions

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As agency regulatory activities have expanded, agencies have relied more heavily on informal agency procedures, such as negotiated rulemaking and guidance documents, rather than formal rulemaking and adjudication. This allows them to respond more quickly to changing circumstances and reduces the burden on both the agency and the regulated community. However, the use of informal procedures has raised concerns about transparency, due process, and the role of the courts in reviewing agency actions.

As Agency Regulatory Activities Have Expanded, Agencies Have Relied More