Question 27 (1 point) The Joint Ethics Regulation (JER), which sets executive-branch standards that are objective, reasonable, and enforceable, applies only to military individuals assigned to a defense agency. Question 27 options: True False Save Question 28 (1 point) The Government Accountability Office (GAO) is the investigative arm of Congress and is often referred to as the "congressional watchdog." Question 28 options: True False Save Question 29 (1 point) The DoD inspector general (IG) serves as an independent official in the DoD, but does not fulfill auditing functions. Question 29 options: True False Save Question 30 (1 point) Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) items are items that are sold, leased, licensed, or offered for sale in the commercial marketplace, and that are also offered for sale to the government without modification. Question 30 options: True False Save Question 31 (1 point) Competition in the commercial marketplace provides the government with various sources to consider; as a buyer, you must find the best value, taking into account not just price, but other considerations. Question 31 options: True False Save Question 32 (1 point) If market research reveals that there are no COTS, modified, or nondevelopmental items, you cannot make the purchase, because you cannot buy government-unique items. Question 32 options: True False