Required information Introduction Read the overview below and complete the activities that follow. Functions of Agencies Administrative agencies are an essential part of both federal and state governments. Understanding how agencies operate can give a business professional insight as to how to keep the business and industry operating efficiently and within the legal framework to which they must abide. Read the statements. Drag and drop each item into the agency function which most specifically applies to the situation. Each category should contain only three (3) statements. Advisory opinions Sanctions Public comments Guidelines Truthful information required Information gathering Rule making Adjudicating Advising Investigating Cease and desist order Regulations New legislation Subpoena power Consent orders Reporting