Executive-branch agencies may not always enforce laws as Congress and the president prefer. This is an example of a ________.

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The principal-agent problem refers to the conflict of interest that can arise between the principal (in this case, Congress and the president) and the agent (the executive-branch agencies), where the agent may not always act in accordance with the wishes of the principal. This can be due to a variety of factors, such as bureaucratic incentives, differing policy priorities, or limited resources. The other options do not accurately describe the situation described in the question.

Executive-Branch Agencies May Not Always Enforce Laws as Congress and the President