Which of the following is a part of the False Claims Act that allows a private citizen to file a suit in the name of the U.S. government, charging fraud by government contractors and other entities who receive or use government funds?
A)qui tam provision
B)Affordable Care Act
C)Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
D)roving wiretap provision

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The qui tam provision of the False Claims Act allows a private citizen (known as a whistleblower) to file a lawsuit on behalf of the U.S. government against entities that have committed fraud against the government. The whistleblower receives a percentage of any recovered funds as a reward for bringing the fraud to light. The Affordable Care Act, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and roving wiretap provision are all separate laws and regulations unrelated to the False Claims Act and qui tam provision.

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