What is another term for wrongdoing that can lead to removal by the governor?

• A. Neglect of duty
• B. Malfeasance, misfeasance or nonfeasance in relation to Board duties
• C. Insubordination
• D. Misconduct not related to duties

Answer: (B)

Wrongdoing that can lead to removal from a board is defined by malfeasance, misfeasance, or nonfeasance in relation to Board duties. This trio covers different ways an officer can abuse or neglect the office while staying tied to the official role: malfeasance is a voluntary wrongful act, misfeasance is improper performance of duties, and nonfeasance is failure to perform duties. The key point is that the misconduct must relate to the duties of the board position for removal to be pursued.

Other options describe related ideas but don’t capture the formal, board-specific grounds as clearly. Neglect of duty is a form of nonfeasance but is not stated as the broad, formal term used for removal. Insubordination concerns obedience to orders rather than the broader range of official misconduct. Misconduct not related to duties isn’t connected to the office, so it isn’t the proper basis for removal by the governor.