Question

before selling stock to the public, a corporation must register with the
o internal revenue service
o securities and exchange commission
o world bank
o u.s. treasury department
o federal trade commission

Explanation:

In the United States, before selling stock to the public, a corporation must register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) which regulates the securities markets and protects investors. The other entities listed have different regulatory or financial - related functions not related to stock - selling registration.

Answer:

Securities and Exchange Commission