New York Watch, Guard, or Patrol Agency (WGP) License Practice Exam

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_____ ______________ is a rule enacted by the legislative body of a municipality.

A directive

A statute

An act

An ordinance

An ordinance is a rule enacted by the legislative body of a municipality. This term is typically used to refer to laws created by a local government, city council, or town board. A directive (A) is more general and can refer to any type of instruction or order. A statute (B) is a written law created by a legislative body whereas an act (C) can refer to any type of action or deed. While an ordinance is also a type of "act," it specifically refers to a governmental law.

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