Ethics in Business and Work Environment
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Which of the following is NOT considered an ethical violation?

  • Deceiving tax authorities to avoid taxes
  • Engaging in fraudulent activities for personal gain
  • Implementing company-wide efficiency initiatives (correct)
  • Offering bribes to gain advantages
  • What factor significantly influences individual ethical behavior in the workplace?

  • Social Environment (correct)
  • Personal gain motivation
  • Personal financial status
  • Technical skill level
  • Which of the following factors can lead to ethical challenges for businesses?

  • Increased government regulation
  • Stable economic conditions
  • Changes in consumer preferences
  • Strategic and social challenges (correct)
  • How do global economic changes primarily impact organizations?

    <p>Through free trade agreements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key expectation that society has from companies regarding their operations?

    <p>Operating with recognized ethical principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Examples of Ethical Violations

    • Corruption and bribery include offering bribes and engaging in fraudulent activities to gain illegal benefits.
    • Tax evasion involves deceiving the tax authorities and avoiding the payment of due taxes

    Factors Affecting Work Ethics

    • Social environment shapes individual behaviors and ethical orientations.
    • Economic environment influences ethical adherence in the workplace.
    • Political environment impacts individual actions and commitment to ethical principles.

    Forces and Challenges Facing Businesses

    • Strategic and social challenges force companies to restructure their operations to remain competitive.
    • Companies face economic changes and dismiss employees during economic shifts.
    • Global economic changes, such as free trade agreements and European economic integration, significantly alter global economies.
    • Society expects companies to operate ethically according to recognized principles.
    • Public policies have evolved, leading to reduced government involvement and creating new employment opportunities.

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    This quiz explores various ethical violations in business, including corruption and tax evasion, as well as the factors that influence work ethics such as social, economic, and political environments. Additionally, it discusses the challenges businesses face in maintaining ethical standards amid strategic and economic shifts.

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