The _____ makes it illegal for individuals, firms, or third parties doing business in American markets to "make payments to foreign government officials to assist in obtaining or retaining business."

A) U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)
B) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
C) World Trade Organization (WTO)
D) Consumer Protection Act
E) Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act

U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

A United States law that prohibits U.S. companies and individuals from paying bribes to foreign officials for the purpose of obtaining or retaining business.

Foreign Government Officials

Representatives or members of a government from a country other than one's own, involved in diplomacy or international engagements.

American Markets

Refers to the financial, commodity, and other types of markets operating within the United States.