Ethical Behavior and Strategies Quiz

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What are the factors that influence ethical behavior?

Religious practices, political affiliations, and family traditions
Cultural differences, knowledge, and organizational behavior (correct)
Educational background, social media influence, and personal beliefs
Personal preferences, societal norms, and economic status

What is the primary strategy for supporting ethical behavior according to the text?

Empower middle management to lead by example
Start from the top: Highest levels of the organization (correct)
Delegate ethical responsibility to external consultants
Implement strict surveillance measures for all employees

What is Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) according to the text?

A legal requirement for businesses to donate a percentage of their profits to charity
A marketing strategy focused on maximizing profits at any cost
The notion that business has obligations to society beyond the pursuit of profits (correct)
A government initiative to regulate business practices for societal benefit

What is involved in making ethical decisions based on the guidelines provided?

Framing the situation accurately, identifying affected parties, and avoiding conflicts of interest (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Cap and Trade?

An environmental policy allowing companies to reduce emissions or buy allowances to offset excess emissions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does Proactive CSR entail?

Companies that have a responsibility beyond paying taxes and obeying pollution laws (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis of Consumption-related legislation?

Right to safe products, right to be informed, right to choose, right to be heard, right to digital security (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does Defensive CSR involve?

Companies that form part after being forced (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Affirmative Action programs from the 1960s?

Encouraging organizations to recruit and promote members of groups whose economic pasts have been hindered by barriers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of Minimalist CSR?

'Don't have social responsibilities beyond earning money and obeying the law' (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is Philanthropy's main focus?

Donation of money, goods, and services to charitable or educational institutions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an employer's legal responsibility regarding workplace safety?

To ensure the safety of their employees in a workplace (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) according to the text?

Obligations to society beyond the pursuit of profits (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of crafting a code of ethics with visible consequences in an organization?

To define an organization's guiding values and principles (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between profit-seeking companies and society, as described in the text?

They have obligations to society beyond the pursuit of profits (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key guidelines for making ethical decisions, as mentioned in the text?

Identifying the parties who might be affected by the decision (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Cap and Trade environmental policy?

Reducing emissions to meet a designated cap (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which right is included in Consumption-related legislation?

Right to be informed (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does Defensive CSR involve?

Companies that form part after being forced (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of Minimalist CSR?

Don't have social responsibilities beyond earning money and obeying the law (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Philanthropy?

Donation of money, goods, and services to charitable or educational institutions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does Proactive CSR entail?

Companies that have a responsibility beyond paying taxes and obeying pollution laws (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the rights included in Consumption-related legislation?

Right to be informed (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Affirmative Action programs from the 1960s?

Encouraged organizations to recruit and promote members of groups whose economic pasts have been hindered by barriers. (C) Signup and view all the answers