Question $2(2\mathrm{.}5$ points$)$

Which of the following statements is true regarding the use of a professional employer organization $($PEO$)?$

a$)$ A PEO increases the risk to the group practice.

b$)$ A PEO allows the organization to focus resources on the business of the practice.

c$)$ A PEO makes contracting for employee benefits more expensive.

d$)$ A PEO requires the organization to invest heavily in human resources management staff and systems.