Exam 2: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility

When Target donates 5 percent of its federally taxable income to nonprofit groups,the company is highlighting its ________.

In the real world of business,loyalty and honesty rarely conflict with one another.

Companies that put profits ahead of safety are using a stakeholder model of business ethics.

________ goes beyond truthfulness.

A manager who doubles employee performance goals every quarter most likely will see an increase in the number of ethically questionable actions by employees.

Ethics compliance officers are responsible for conducting employee training programs that help identify potential fraud and abuse within the firm,investigating sexual harassment and discrimination charges,and monitoring any potential conflicts of interest.

Consumer Rights include all of the following EXCEPT the right to ________.

Jack Welch,former CEO of General Electric,is respected in business circles for focusing his company on the welfare of its customers and investors,and for ensuring GE would thrive in the long run.This type of environment is an example of ethical ________.

Some employees rationalize questionable or unethical behaviour by saying,"Everyone does it."

Technology has expanded the range and impact of unethical behaviour.

A Code of Ethics best contributes to

Outside auditors are examining your company's financial records.You know there may be an error and will tell them about it but only if they ask.They do not ask.In this scenario,your ________ could be questioned.

All of the following groups are specifically identified by federal Employment Equity Act EXCEPT ________.

Explain the social responsibilities of a business and how it must balance qualitative and quantitative standards of measurement.

One of the first steps in the establishment of sound business ethics is to help employees identify ethical problems when they occur.

Having _____ means adhering to deeply felt ethical principles in all business situations.

An individual employee acting ethically will have little influence on his or her coworkers.

During a meeting with government regulators,Nicole voluntarily points out a potential problem with a new product her company is testing.Nicole has shown ________.

Hewlett-Packard's use of new and recycled plastics in the manufacture of its scanners is an example of acting responsibly to satisfy societal demands.

Businesses exercise social responsibility for all of the following reasons EXCEPT ________.