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Which action would be the LEAST indicative of corruption within a government agency?
Which action would be the LEAST indicative of corruption within a government agency?
- A government official accepting a lavish gift from a contractor seeking a government contract.
- A civil servant awarding a contract to a company owned by a close family member, without disclosing the relationship.
- A politician using campaign funds for personal travel expenses, in accordance with campaign finance laws.
- A police officer routinely ignoring minor traffic violations in their own neighborhood. (correct)
A mayor directs city funds towards a development project in which they have a hidden financial stake. Which type of corruption does this exemplify?
A mayor directs city funds towards a development project in which they have a hidden financial stake. Which type of corruption does this exemplify?
- Political patronage
- State capture
- Grand corruption (correct)
- Petty corruption
A foreign company seeking to operate in a country offers substantial personal benefits to government regulators in exchange for favorable treatment. What form of corruption is MOST directly demonstrated by this scenario?
A foreign company seeking to operate in a country offers substantial personal benefits to government regulators in exchange for favorable treatment. What form of corruption is MOST directly demonstrated by this scenario?
- Extortion
- Influence peddling
- Nepotism
- Bribery (correct)
Which measure would be LEAST effective in combating corruption within a large organization?
Which measure would be LEAST effective in combating corruption within a large organization?
A local government official consistently awards contracts to companies owned by their relatives, even when those companies are not the most qualified. This practice is an example of:
A local government official consistently awards contracts to companies owned by their relatives, even when those companies are not the most qualified. This practice is an example of:
A pattern of systemic corruption that redirects public resources to benefit a small elite is most likely to result in which of the following?
A pattern of systemic corruption that redirects public resources to benefit a small elite is most likely to result in which of the following?
Which of the following scenarios most clearly illustrates a conflict of interest leading to corruption?
Which of the following scenarios most clearly illustrates a conflict of interest leading to corruption?
What distinguishes 'state capture' from other forms of corruption?
What distinguishes 'state capture' from other forms of corruption?
Why is the concept of 'transparency' considered vital in the fight against corruption?
Why is the concept of 'transparency' considered vital in the fight against corruption?
A government official demands a kickback from companies bidding on a public works project in exchange for ensuring they win the contract. What type of corruption does this constitute?
A government official demands a kickback from companies bidding on a public works project in exchange for ensuring they win the contract. What type of corruption does this constitute?
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a driver or facilitator of corruption?
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a driver or facilitator of corruption?
Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies 'influence peddling'?
Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies 'influence peddling'?
Which international organization is MOST actively involved in tracking and combating corruption on a global scale?
Which international organization is MOST actively involved in tracking and combating corruption on a global scale?
How does corruption typically affect foreign direct investment (FDI) in a country?
How does corruption typically affect foreign direct investment (FDI) in a country?
A police officer confiscates valuable goods during a raid and keeps them for personal use instead of properly documenting them. What specific act is this?
A police officer confiscates valuable goods during a raid and keeps them for personal use instead of properly documenting them. What specific act is this?
Which of the following is a key feature of an effective anti-corruption agency?
Which of the following is a key feature of an effective anti-corruption agency?
What role do whistleblowers play in combating corruption?
What role do whistleblowers play in combating corruption?
Why is it important to have clear and objective criteria for government procurement processes?
Why is it important to have clear and objective criteria for government procurement processes?
Beyond legal sanctions, what other types of consequences can help deter corruption?
Beyond legal sanctions, what other types of consequences can help deter corruption?
Which of the following is MOST likely to be associated with increased levels of corruption in a country?
Which of the following is MOST likely to be associated with increased levels of corruption in a country?
Flashcards
Corruption
Corruption
Dishonest or illegal behavior, especially by powerful people, that is illegitimate, immoral, or incompatible with ethical standards.
Study Notes
- Corruption involves dishonest or illegal actions, particularly by those in positions of power.
- This behavior violates ethical standards by powerful people like government officials or police officers.
- Corruption includes illegitimate or immoral means.
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