Bribery is acceptable in certain foreign countries. Indeed, U.S. Development, Inc., has found that the only way it can ensure de

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Bribery is acceptable in certain foreign countries. Indeed, U.S. Development, Inc., has found that the only way it can ensure de

livery on certain contracts in these countries is to bribe the officials. This is: a. prohibited by U.S. law under all circumstances. b. permitted by U.S. law if the payment is made to government officials for the purpose of securing advantageous contracts. c. permitted by U.S. law if the payment is made to a minor official to speed up administrative procedures. d. prohibited by U.S. law if the contract price exceeds $20,000.

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Olenka [21] · Answer 1 · 2022-08-23T14:31:06+03:00

Answer: Option C -- Permitted by U.S. law if the payment is made to a minor official to speed up administrative procedures.

Explanation: In as much as United States abhors bribery but in some certain circumstances at foreign countries, US development Inc has no option than to bribe in other to ensure delivery on certain contracts in these countries, which is done only if the payment is made to a minor official to speed up administrative procedures as permitted by US law.