What is the principal$-$agent view?

A$.$ A theory of central banking that holds that officials maximize the general public's well$-$being rather than their personal well$-$being.

B$.$ A theory of central bank decision making that holds that officials act in the best interest of the public.

C$.$ A theory of central banking that holds that officials maximize their personal well$-$being rather than that of the general public.

D$.$ A theory of central bank decision making that holds that officials act in the best interest of the shareholders.