Formal adjudication involves a trial-like hearing process before an administrative law judge, allows cross-examination of witnesses, and follows formal evidentiary rules. Informal adjudication is a more streamlined process that does not involve a hearing and allows an agency to make a decision based only on written submissions.

1. Explain the difference between formal and informal methods of
adjudication.
Administrative lawExplain the three basic functions of administrative agencies.• Distinguish
among the three types of rules promulgated by administrative agencies.• Explain the
difference between formal and informal methods of adjudication.• Identify (1) the questions
of law determined by a court in conducting a review of a rule or an order of an
administrative agency and (2) the three standards of judicial review of factual
determinations made by administrative agencies.• Describe the limitations imposed on
administrative agencies by the legislative branch, the executive branch, and the legally
required disclosure of information.