Question

Which are characteristics of nongovernmental organizations? Select three options.

They are overseen by a nation’s government.
They are required to make a profit on operations.
They are always based in the United States.
They have volunteer workers.
They function in multiple countries.
They focus on humanitarian, environmental, and economic program

Answer 1

Correct choices:
- They have volunteer workers.
- They function in multiple countries.
- They focus on humanitarian, environmental, and economic programs.

Brief note: NGOs are independent (not overseen by the government), are typically nonprofit (not required to make a profit), and can be based anywhere (not always in the U.S.).