Exam 4: Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility

Mark hacks into the database of an e-commerce firm and steals the social security numbers of many of its customers.He then uses these numbers to take loans.This is an example of ________.

Which of the following is an example of whistle-blowing?

Shopper's Paradise,a department store chain,was accused of working with contractors who use sweatshop labor in their manufacturing units.The company was labeled as promoting unethical business policies.To deal with these criticisms,the company decides to make a large donation to a cancer research foundation,as well as sponsor a health awareness program in the community.Shopper's Paradise would be said to have a ________ approach to CSR.

The manager of a golf course awards a landscaping contract to his brother-in-law's company,even though another company was willing to do the same work for less money.This is an example of ________.

Widespread concern for the environment dates to the 1960s when ecology entered mainstream discussion.

Seeking the greatest good for the most people is utilitarianism.

The idea that a business has obligations to society beyond the pursuit of profits is ________.

Which of the following federal legislations limits cardholder liability for unauthorized use?

Which of the following is true about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

"Environmental" causes are often as much about human health and safety as they are about forests,rivers,and wildlife.

American Housing Inc.,a construction firm,uses innovative home designs that use insulating building materials aimed at reducing the energy consumption of the apartments and homes it builds.This gives it an edge over other businesses,and is environment friendly as well.This is an example of ________.

Culture is not a determinant of ethical behavior.

What is defensive CSR? How is it different from proactive CSR?

Discuss the functions of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

LK Manufacturing Group,a company that manufactures home appliances,supports a community sports center to nurture the city's athletic talent as well as promote fitness activities,without regard for any direct business benefits.This exemplifies ________.

In 1965,the Federal Cigarette Labeling and Advertising Act was passed,requiring all cigarette packs to carry the Surgeon General's warnings.

What is a conflict of interest? How is it related to ethical decision making?

Whistle-blowing is illegal.

One of the fundamental consumer rights that form the basis of much of the consumer-related legislation in the United States is the right to know the lowest available price of a good in the local market.

A leading pharmaceutical company found that a newly launched,over-the-counter drug might have certain negative side effects such as mood changes,that were not identified during the clinical trials.To avoid unnecessary losses,the company does not inform public about the probable side effects.In this example,the company ________.