Business Ethics and Social Responsibility: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Corporate governance refers to:

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A set of rules and practices governing a company's direction and control

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Financial resource management within a company

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Ethical principles guiding a company's decision-making

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The environmental impact of a company's operations

Question 2

The United Nations' Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) provide a framework for:

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Ethical investment practices

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Corporate sustainability reporting

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Business impact assessment

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Corporate governance best practices

Question 3

Sustainability in business refers to:

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Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs

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Maximizing shareholder value at any cost

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Reducing a business's environmental footprint

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Improving the working conditions of employees

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of stakeholder management?

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Prioritizing the interests of the most influential stakeholders

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Recognizing and comprehending the needs and interests of all stakeholders

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Communicating and engaging with stakeholders throughout the decision-making process

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Monitoring and evaluating the impact of decisions on stakeholders

Question 5

Kantian ethics in business emphasizes:

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Universal moral values

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Consequentialist outcomes

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Utilitarian benefits

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Individual virtues

Question 6

The concept of 'corporate social responsibility' entails:

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Balancing economic and societal objectives

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Legal compliance only

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Prioritizing shareholder profits

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Mitigating negative societal impacts

Question 7

The 'golden rule' of ethics suggests:

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Treat others as you wish to be treated

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Maximize profits at all costs

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Comply with the law strictly

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Prioritize shareholder interests

Question 8

A whistleblower in the context of business is:

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An employee who reports illegal or unethical behavior

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A manager who enforces company policies

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A customer who files a complaint

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A supplier who provides confidential information

Question 9

The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) primarily aims to:

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Prevent bribery of foreign officials

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Mandate environmental impact disclosure

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Protect whistleblowers from retaliation

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Impose tariffs on imported goods

Question 10

A business adhering to the 'triple bottom line' approach to sustainability considers:

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Financial, social, and environmental factors

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Compliance, environmental protection, and employee welfare

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Customer satisfaction, shareholder value, and brand perception

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Profit, growth, and market dominance

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of ethical and socially responsible business practices?

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Increased employee turnover

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Enhanced reputation and customer loyalty

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Reduced legal liability

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Access to government incentives

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of a socially responsible investment (SRI)?

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Investing in companies with strong environmental policies

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Investing in high-growth companies with the potential for significant returns

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Investing in companies that pay high dividends

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Investing in companies with low debt levels

Question 13

According to the utilitarian approach to ethical decision-making, the best course of action is the one that:

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Produces the greatest benefit for the most people

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Maximizes profits for the company

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Adheres strictly to all applicable laws and regulations

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Minimizes harm to all stakeholders

Question 14

The ethical principle of autonomy dictates that businesses should:

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Respect the rights of individuals to make their own decisions

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Maximize shareholder wealth

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Adhere to all applicable laws and regulations

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Protect the environment

Question 15

According to the stakeholder approach to corporate social responsibility, businesses have a responsibility to:

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Create value for all stakeholders

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Maximize profits for shareholders

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Minimize their environmental impact

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Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Question 16

The concept of sustainability in business refers to:

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Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs

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Maximizing profits for shareholders

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Protecting the environment at all costs

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Complying with all applicable laws and regulations

Question 17

The ethical principle of beneficence requires that businesses should:

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Maximize benefits and minimize harms

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Do no harm

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Respect the rights of individuals

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Adhere to all applicable laws and regulations

Question 18

How do government regulations influence the ethical behavior of businesses?

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Punishing companies for unethical conduct

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Providing incentives for ethical behavior

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Having no impact on business ethics

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Encouraging unethical behavior

Question 19

Which ethical theory emphasizes maximizing the well-being of the majority?

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Utilitarianism

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Kantian Ethics

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Virtue Ethics

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Rawlsian Justice

Question 20

According to stakeholder theory, businesses should primarily focus on:

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Maximizing long-term value for all stakeholders

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Maximizing profits for shareholders only

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Complying with all legal and ethical requirements

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Promoting the interests of the company's management

Question 21

Which ethical framework emphasizes the adherence to universal moral rules, regardless of consequences?

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Deontology

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Utilitarianism

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Virtue ethics

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Egoism

Question 22

What is the primary purpose of a code of ethics for businesses?

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To provide guidance for employees in making ethical decisions

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To ensure strict compliance with all applicable laws and regulations

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To enhance the public image and reputation of the company

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To guarantee the elimination of all ethical dilemmas

Question 23

What is the primary role of government regulation in promoting business ethics?

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To establish minimum ethical standards and enforce compliance

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To punish businesses that violate ethical norms

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To provide incentives for ethical behaviour and responsible practices

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To eliminate all unethical conduct from the business environment

Question 24

What is the central concept behind corporate social responsibility (CSR)?

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The obligation of businesses to consider the social and environmental impact of their operations

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The duty of businesses to donate a portion of their profits to charitable causes

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The requirement that businesses comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations

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The belief that businesses should prioritize profit maximization above all else

Question 25

What is considered a key emerging trend in the field of business ethics and social responsibility?

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Increasing importance due to globalization and technological advancements

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Decreasing relevance as businesses focus on short-term profit maximization

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Uncertain future due to evolving societal values and expectations

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Limited impact on business practices and decision-making

Question 26

Which of the following frameworks for ethical decision-making emphasizes considering the long-term impact of decisions on all stakeholders?

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The Justice Approach

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The Utilitarian Approach

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The Rights Approach

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The Virtue Approach

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a principle of the United Nations Global Compact?

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Maximizing shareholder value

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Respect for human rights

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Protection of the environment

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Promotion of labor rights

Question 28

Which of these principles is NOT a key consideration in ethical decision-making in business?

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Self-interest (Egoism)

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Consequentialism (Utilitarianism)

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Deontological ethics (Kantianism)

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Character-based ethics (Virtue ethics)

Question 29

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) refers to:

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Optional actions that businesses take to contribute to social and environmental well-being

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Mandatory actions that businesses must take

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The way that businesses maximize profits

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The ethical obligations that businesses have

Question 30

The United Kingdom Bribery Act (2010) is an example of a:

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Legal regulation

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Voluntary code of conduct

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Ethical guideline

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CSR initiative

Question 31

What is the fundamental role of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in business?

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Balancing economic, environmental, and social responsibilities

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Maximizing shareholder returns

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Safeguarding legal compliance

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Prioritizing customer satisfaction

Question 32

What is the key distinction between deontological and teleological ethical theories?

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Deontology prioritizes duties, while teleology prioritizes outcomes.

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Deontology emphasizes intentions, while teleology focuses on consequences.

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Teleology emphasizes intentions, while deontology focuses on consequences.

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Teleology prioritizes duties, while deontology prioritizes outcomes.

Question 33

Which fundamental ethical principle in business emphasizes acting with honesty and fairness?

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Integrity

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Shareholder value maximization

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Profit maximization

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Aggressive competition

Question 34

The concept of 'corporate social responsibility' encompasses:

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Businesses considering the social and environmental impact of their operations

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Businesses solely pursuing profits

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Businesses engaging in charitable activities

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Businesses complying with legal requirements only

Question 35

The 'stakeholder theory' in business ethics suggests that:

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Businesses should consider the interests of all parties affected by their decisions

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Shareholders are the primary stakeholders

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Ethical decision-making should prioritize immediate goals

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Businesses have no obligation to society

Question 36

The 'triple bottom line' approach to sustainability emphasizes the importance of:

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Financial, environmental, and social performance

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Profit, growth, and market share

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Legal compliance, ethical conduct, and social responsibility

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Innovation, technology, and globalization

Question 37

In business ethics, 'moral agency' refers to:

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The responsibility of individuals within businesses to act ethically

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The obligation of businesses to establish ethical guidelines for employees

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The role of external stakeholders in holding businesses accountable

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The legal consequences of unethical business practices

Question 38

Which ethical theory holds that the right action is the one that produces the most good or happiness for the greatest number of people?

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Utilitarianism

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Deontology

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Virtue ethics

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Shareholder primacy

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a key ethical dilemma faced by businesses?

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Choosing the most profitable option with no regard for ethical consequences

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Balancing the interests of shareholders with the interests of employees

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Deciding whether to engage in environmentally sustainable practices

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Determining the appropriate level of executive compensation

Question 40

The "triple bottom line" refers to a business's performance in three key areas. Which of the following is NOT one of these areas?

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Political

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Financial

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Environmental

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Social

Question 41

Which of the following is a key principle of stakeholder theory?

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The interests of all stakeholders should be considered in decision-making

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Stakeholders have equal power and influence

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The firm's primary responsibility is to its shareholders

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Stakeholders have the right to veto any decision that affects them

Question 42

The concept that businesses have a moral obligation to act in a way that benefits society as a whole is known as:

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Corporate social responsibility

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Business ethics

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Stakeholder management

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Sustainability

Question 43

The "Golden Rule" of ethics states that:

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Do unto others as you would have them do unto you

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Treat all stakeholders fairly

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Maximize profits for shareholders

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Avoid harming others

Question 44

The "Enlightened Self-Interest" approach to business ethics argues that:

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Businesses should act ethically because it is in their long-term best interests

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Businesses should act ethically because it is the right thing to do

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Businesses should act ethically because it is required by law

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Businesses should act ethically because it will please stakeholders

Question 45

Analyze the potential short-term and long-term consequences of ethical failures on a company's reputation and stakeholder trust.

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Damaged corporate reputation and diminished stakeholder trust

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Enhanced brand image and increased revenue in the short term

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Improved financial performance in the long run

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Enhanced stakeholder trust and loyalty

Question 46

In business ethics, what's the main goal of a risk assessment?

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To identify and reduce potential ethical risks in business practices.

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To assign blame for future ethical breaches among employees.

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To completely eliminate all ethical risks from business operations.

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To simply meet mandatory regulatory requirements.

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a key principle of ethical decision-making in business?

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Maximize shareholder profit at all costs

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Act with integrity

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Consider the impact on stakeholders

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Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

Question 48

The concept of corporate social responsibility encompasses:

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Businesses taking responsibility for their impact on society and the environment

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Businesses primarily pursuing profit maximization with no regard to societal impact

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Government regulation of all business activities, regardless of size or industry

Question 49

Which of the following is a potential benefit of ethical behavior for businesses?

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Enhanced reputation and stakeholder trust

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Reduced operating costs without regard to environmental or social impact

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Increased sales through unethical or manipulative marketing practices

Question 50

Which ethical framework emphasizes the importance of acting in accordance with universal principles of right and wrong, regardless of consequences?

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Deontology

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Virtue ethics, which emphasizes the development of good character traits

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Kantianism, which is a specific form of deontology

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Utilitarianism, which focuses on maximizing overall happiness

Question 51

What is the primary purpose of whistleblowing?

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To expose illegal or unethical behavior within an organization in the public interest

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To seek revenge or retribution against a specific individual

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To gain personal recognition or financial reward

Question 52

Which of the following groups can be considered stakeholders in a business?

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Employees, customers, suppliers, and the community

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Only the government and regulatory agencies

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Only shareholders and investors

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Only customers and suppliers

Question 53

What is the fundamental distinction between ethical egoism and ethical altruism?

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Ethical egoism prioritizes actions that benefit the individual, while ethical altruism prioritizes actions that benefit others.

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Ethical egoism is based on religious beliefs, while ethical altruism is based on secular principles.

Question 54

What is a primary role of ethics committees within organizations?

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To provide guidance, support, and advice on ethical issues and decision-making

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To monitor and track employee behavior for compliance purposes

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To impose disciplinary sanctions on individuals who violate ethical standards

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To make final judgments and resolutions on all ethical dilemmas

Question 55

Which of the following is a globally recognized initiative promoting ethical behavior in business?

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United Nations Global Compact

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World Economic Forum, which primarily focuses on economic issues

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International Chamber of Commerce, which represents business interests worldwide