Which of the following is an allowed business relationship example for officers and enlisted personnel?

• A. Landlord/tenant relationship
• B. One-time transactions
• C. Both landlord/tenant and one-time transactions
• D. Neither

Answer: (C)

A key rule here is that officers and enlisted personnel may engage in civilian business relationships if they’re fair, not exploitative, and not tied to rank or discipline issues. A landlord/tenant arrangement fits this because it’s a routine civil relationship and, if it’s conducted on fair terms and remains free from favoritism or undue influence, it doesn’t undermine good order and discipline. A one-time transaction is also allowed as long as the terms are the same as what the general public would receive and there’s no pattern of repeated or preferential dealings that could look like using rank for advantage. Together, these illustrate permissible civilian business relationships when kept within those boundaries.