The Anti-Kickback Act of 1986 intends to prevent:
A)bribery, by punishing perpetrators with up to 15 years in prison.
B)any scheme by a contractor to gain the business of a global entity.
C)the giving or receiving of any thing of value by a subcontractor to a prime contractor in contracts.
D)the custom of lobbyists to give gifts to influence laws regarding business transactions.

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The Anti-Kickback Act of 1986 is intended to prevent the giving or receiving of any thing of value by a subcontractor to a prime contractor in contracts, which is known as kickbacks or quid pro quo arrangements. This prevents conflict of interest and bribery in government contracts. The Act imposes heavy penalties on violators, including up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $25,000.

The Anti-Kickback Act of 1986 Intends to Prevent