What does ANSI stand for, and what is its role?

• A. The American National Standards Institute; a private nonprofit organization that administers and coordinates the voluntary standardization and conformity assessment system.
• B. The American National Security Institute; a government agency that regulates fire safety.
• C. The Association of National Standards International; a for-profit standards body.
• D. The American National Standards Agency; a private company that sells certification services.

Answer: (A)