Business Ethics and Social Responsibility Quiz

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What is an example of ethical business practices?

Polluting the environment

Using child labour

Unfair advertising

Treating all employees equally (correct)

What is an unethical business practice that involves dishonesty?

Paying fair wages

Using bribery (correct)

Treating all employees equally

Operating within the law

What is an example of a business practice that harms the environment?

Treating all employees equally

Polluting the environment (correct)

Operating within the law

Paying fair wages

What is an unethical business practice that involves deception?

Unfair advertising Signup and view all the answers

What is an ethical business practice that involves fairness?

Treating all employees equally Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the 'right to freedom'?

Whether the decision is right or wrong Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the development and implementation of a code?

To address the occurrence of corruption in business Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of business entities in society, according to the concept of corporate citizenship?

To act as responsible corporate citizens Signup and view all the answers

What are 'issues like ethics and corruption' related to?

The challenges of responsible corporate citizenship Signup and view all the answers

What are the key principles of accountability?

Accountability, transparency, and desponsibilay Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of professional behaviour in a business setting?

Upholding the reputation of the business Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of unprofessional behaviour in the workplace?

Using company resources for personal gain Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a code of conduct in a business?

To outline acceptable and unacceptable behaviour Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of good use of work time?

Focusing on tasks and meeting deadlines Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of unprofessional behaviour in the workplace?

Negative impact on colleagues and the business Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between ethical and professional behaviour?

Ethical behaviour is related to industry standards, while professional behaviour is related to what is right or wrong in society Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of professional behaviour?

Industry standards and principles Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of respecting the image of your profession?

Following a dress code Signup and view all the answers

What is a key principle of professional behaviour in terms of working hours?

Keeping to working hours Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a principle of professional behaviour related to confidentiality?

Not sharing sensitive information with anyone Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a crisis that can occur in the workplace?

Serious illnesses of employees Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in dealing with a crisis in the workplace?

Try to stop the crisis from happening Signup and view all the answers

What is essential when providing information during a crisis?

Providing accurate and correct information Signup and view all the answers

How should businesses respond to a crisis situation?

Respond appropriately and quickly Signup and view all the answers

What is important to consider when dealing with a crisis in the workplace?

The people concerned Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ethical Business Practices

Using child labor is an example of unethical business practices
Treating all employees equally, paying fair wages, and operating within the law are essential for ethical business practices
Unfair advertising, tax evasion, bribery, and disobeying the law are all examples of unethical business practices

Crises in the Workplace

Examples of crises in the workplace include loss of property due to fire, theft of assets, breakdown of machinery, power outages, accidents, and serious illnesses of employees
Businesses can deal with crises by responding appropriately and quickly, evaluating the damage, rescuing those in conflict, being sensitive to those concerned, providing accurate information, and managing the situation calmly until the crisis is over

Professional Behavior

Professional behavior refers to a certain standard of behavior that includes guidelines on employee appearance and upholding the reputation of the business
Applying a code of conduct, using good language, treating all people equally, and not abusing work time or resources are all examples of professional behavior
Unprofessional behavior includes using rude language, unauthorized use of business resources, and breaking confidentiality

Basic Rights of People

The basic rights of people include the right to freedom, protection from abuse, and respect for dignity and human rights
Businesses should focus on whether their decisions are right or wrong and consider the impact on society

Corporate Citizenship

Businesses should act as responsible corporate citizens, focusing on ethics, accountability, transparency, and social responsibility
Issues like ethics and corruption challenge responsible corporate citizenship
A code of conduct was developed to address corruption in business

Distinguishing Between Ethical and Professional Behavior

Ethical behavior refers to what is right or wrong and conforms to a set of morally accepted values in business
Professional behavior refers to the set of standards of expected behavior, including respect for oneself and others, integrity, and confidentiality

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Description

This quiz assesses your understanding of business ethics, corporate social responsibility, and the importance of responsible decision-making in organizations. It covers topics such as human rights, ethical dilemmas, and the role of businesses in society. Test your knowledge and see how well you can identify ethical principles and responsible business practices.