Which statement about fines is true?

• A. They are rarely used
• B. They have no relation to public protection
• C. They fund regulatory activities and deter misconduct
• D. They always accompany suspension

Answer: (C)

Fines in regulation serve two main purposes: funding the regulatory system and deterring misconduct, which protects the public. By imposing financial penalties, the board funds investigations, enforcement, and ongoing oversight, while the threat of a fine discourages risky or unqualified practice. That’s why the statement that fines fund regulatory activities and deter misconduct is true. The other options aren’t accurate: fines are not rarely used, they do relate to public protection, and penalties don’t always come with suspension—they can occur alone or with other sanctions depending on the case.