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Chapter 6 Privacy 1-What is the primary reason companies collect personal data in the workplace? A. To ensure employees’ safety B. To monitor employee productivity C. To improve workplace environment D. To evaluate employees for promotions 2-Which...

Chapter 6 Privacy 1-What is the primary reason companies collect personal data in the workplace? A. To ensure employees’ safety B. To monitor employee productivity C. To improve workplace environment D. To evaluate employees for promotions 2-Which of the following best defines the right to privacy? A. The right to not be monitored at work B. The right to control access to personal information C. The right to keep financial data secret D. The right to refuse workplace evaluations 3-Which psychological testing case highlighted privacy concerns? A. Apple Inc. B. Dayton Hudson C. Microsoft Corp. D. Walmart 4-How has the Internet most challenged individual privacy? A. By allowing unlimited communication B. By collecting and storing vast amounts of personal data C. By limiting access to personal devices D. By reducing face-to-face interactions 5-What is one of the main ethical issues with database marketing? A. Ensuring product accuracy B. Selling personal information without consent C. Gathering financial records D. Overestimating customer loyalty 6-Which utilitarian argument supports the right to privacy? A. Privacy protects individuals from harm and maximizes societal well being. B. Privacy ensures compliance with legal obligations. C. Privacy guarantees organizational efficiency. D. Privacy eliminates the need for regulations. 7-Why is it important to understand the concept of privacy? A. To enhance technological advancements B.To protect both individual and societal freedoms C. To comply with employment regulations D. To increase organizational profits 8-What is a common drawback of utilitarian arguments for privacy? A. They prioritize businesses over individuals. B. They fail to address privacy breaches effectively. C. They may justify intrusions if overall societal benefits are deemed greater. D. They conflict with government surveillance practices. 9-What limits monitoring practices by businesses? A. Technological capabilities B. Employee resistance C. Ethical guidelines and privacy laws D. Lack of interest from management 10-What is one challenge in protecting privacy in the workplace? A. Finding employees willing to share data B. Balancing monitoring with employees’ rights C. Determining the right compensation for privacy intrusions D. Reducing operational costs 11-Which of the following highlights an ethical concern with big data? A. Cost of implementing security measures B. Lack of awareness and consent among individuals C. Difficulty in analyzing large data sets D. Access to global markets 12-How do Kantian arguments defend the right to privacy? A. By promoting the well-being of the majority B. By emphasizing respect for individual autonomy and dignity C. By focusing on government policies D. By prioritizing economic gains 13-What is one of the criticisms of Facebook’s privacy policy? A. It lacks clarity on user terms B. It reduces advertising effectiveness C. It limits user access to posts D. It provides excessive control to individual users 14-Why is evaluation of employee performance important for businesses? A. To reduce hiring costs B. To justify monitoring practices ethically C. To improve productivity and accountability D. To gather private data for marketing purposes 15-What is one ethical issue with government surveillance? A. High operational costs B. Limited access to technology C. Infringement on individuals’ right to privacy D. Poor employee performance evaluations 16- What are the three primary definitions of privacy mentioned in the presentation? A. Right to anonymity, financial secrecy, and restricted access B. Right to be left alone, control access to personal information, and keep secrets C. Freedom from surveillance, freedom to express opinions, and workplace rights D. Limited communication, limited data access, and legal protection 17- What are the ethical issues associated with database marketing? A. High operational costs and limited reach B. Selling personal data without consent and lack of transparency C. Collecting financial information legally D. Improving customer loyalty strategies 18-What is one of the main problems with Internet privacy as highlighted in the presentation? A. Difficulty in accessing data B. Individuals unknowingly trading privacy for services C. Limited opportunities for businesses to target ads D. Lack of global collaboration among governments 19-What justifies monitoring of employees in the workplace, according to the presentation? A. To build employee trust and morale B. To ensure productivity and manage business costs C. To identify and share personal habits of workers D. To improve employee relationships with management 20-What are some protections outlined in the privacy rules for online activities? A. Notice/awareness, choice/consent, and access/participation B. Encryption, anonymity, and data wiping C. Social media restrictions and ad-blocking policies D. Limiting personal information shared on websites  Lecture 9: Employment Rights Which of the following is one of the arguments for employment at will? A) Property Rights Argument B) Employee Benefits Argument C) Social Justice Argument D) Freedom of Speech Argument What is a downside of the Freedom of Contract argument? A) Equal power balance B) Exploitation of employees C) More job opportunities D) Better workplace policies What is one exception to the employment-at-will doctrine? A) Free market policy B) Public policy C) Economic growth D) Employee loyalty Which law supports the right to due process for employees? A) Contract Law B) Model Employment Termination Act C) First Amendment D) Labor Justice Act What is a moral justification for due process? A) It improves company profits B) It respects the dignity of workers C) It creates job openings D) It protects employer rights What are the four elements of freedom of expression? A) Nature, Subject, Location, Audience B) Privacy, Rights, Fairness, Opinions C) Democracy, Justice, Contract, Power D) Nature, Property, Contract, Speech 7. Which of the following is a legitimate reason for dismissal related to expression? A) Constructive criticism B) Disclosure of confidential information C) Sharing innovative ideas D) Open discussions 8.What is one of the moral arguments for workplace democracy? A) It reduces employee turnover B) It legitimizes authority C) It increases employee compensation D) It improves job training 9.According to Dahl, democracy in corporations is necessary because... A) It increases shareholder profits B) Members are like citizens C) It limits executive power D) It reduces operational costs 10. What determines wages in an efficient market? A) Employer preferences B) Marginal product of labor C) Government subsidies D) Minimum wage laws 11. What is a rationale for minimum wage legislation? A) Employee loyalty B) Redistribution of wealth C) Increasing company profits D) Reducing employee turnover 12. What is a common criticism of executive compensation? A) It motivates employees B) It is unrelated to performance C) It attracts top talent D) It creates organizational loyalty 13. Who is often criticized for having excessive influence over compensation decisions? A) Employees B) CEOs C) Board members D) Shareholders 14. What is one of the key reasons for introducing the Model Employment Termination Act? A) Increase company profitability B) Protect employees from unfair dismissal C) Reduce workplace accidents D) Enhance employee productivity 15. What is a criticism related to the justification of CEO compensation? A) It motivates other employees B) Board members are influenced by CEOs C) It is aligned with market conditions D) It reduces company expenses 16. What is the primary focus of labor laws? A) Corporate benefits B) Just treatment of workers C) Increasing shareholder value D) Reducing consumer rights 17. Which element is NOT a part of defining freedom of expression? A) Nature of expression B) Location of expression C) Type of business D) Audience of expression 18. What is an intended consequence of workplace democracy? A) More centralized decision-making B) Legitimized authority C) Reduced wages D) Decreased organizational effectiveness 19. What is one of the moral justifications for workplace democracy? A) Political independence B) Contribution to political democracy C) Reduction of government oversight D) Equal shareholder voting rights 20. Which type of compensation is reviewed in terms of fairness and minimum wage? A) Stock options B) Vacation time C) Worker compensation D) Benefits packages  Lecture 10: Health and Safety 1.What does the Ford-Firestone case highlight? A) Right to education B) Right to be protected from risk of injury C) Employee retirement benefits D) Tax regulations 2.What do safety hazards in the workplace typically involve? A) Extended working hours B) Loss of limbs, burns, and broken bones C) Telecommuting policies D) Lack of training 3.Which government act regulates workplace safety in the U.S.? A) Fair Labor Standards Act B) Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) C) National Health Act D) Employment Rights Act 4.What is a direct cause of industrial accidents? A) Employee satisfaction B) Combination of various factors C) Workplace democracy D) Weekend shifts 5.What is the right to refuse hazardous work without adverse consequences called? A) Management discretion B) Job satisfaction policy C) Right to refuse hazardous work D) Contractual agreement 6.Which standard requires evidence from experts to establish the existence of a hazard? A) Subjective B) Objective C) Reasonable person D) Personal belief 7. What are fetotoxins? A) Substances affecting only children B) Substances safe for all workers C) Toxic substances affecting a fetus similarly to adults D) Substances reducing productivity 8. What is one drawback of fetal protection policies? A) Encourages family support B) Discriminatory effect on women C) Increases wages D) Decreases workplace safety 9. What does the Due Care Theory emphasize? A) Selling as many products as possible B) Ensuring products are free of defects C) Reducing product prices D) Focusing on marketing strategies 10. In the Contractual Theory, what is an implied warranty? A) Lack of obligation B) Product fit for its ordinary purpose C) Irrelevant legal terms D) Flexible workplace hours 11. What is Strict Liability based on? A) Mutual agreement between consumers B) Defective products causing unreasonable risk C) Product reviews D) Employee satisfaction 12. What do safety hazards include? A) Electrical shocks and burns B) Mental stress C) Vacation policies D) Team building activities 13. Which theory is considered most fair for consumers and manufacturers? A) Contractual Theory B) Due Care Theory C) Strict Liability Theory D) Social Responsibility Theory 14. What is one ethical argument for Strict Liability? A) Encourages more risk-taking B) Efficiency and equity in protecting consumers C) Decreases product quality D) Removes manufacturer accountability 15. Which ethical principle is applied in Due Care Theory? A) Freedom of speech B) Corrective justice C) Total autonomy D) Workplace democracy 16. What is a moral obligation of employers regarding health and safety? A) Reducing employee benefits B) Securing employees' right to health and safety C) Limiting workplace education D) Increasing profit margins 17. What is a key controversy in health and safety policies? A) Employee holidays B) Balancing workers' rights and business needs C) Office décor choices D) Management's dress code 18. Why is the right to know about workplace hazards important? A) Allows employees to protect themselves B) Reduces overtime C) Encourages secrecy D) Increases vacation days 19. What does autonomy in workplace safety involve? A) Ignoring regulations B) Allowing employees to choose with relevant information C) Increasing production targets D) Limiting employee options 20. What is a risk associated with health hazards in the workplace? A) Improved teamwork B) Long-term illnesses like skin cancer C) Enhanced morale D) Frequent promotions  Lecture 15: International Business Ethics What is a major challenge for multinational companies in international business? A) Limited market access B) Diversity of business standards C) High taxation D) Lack of technology What is often affected by corruption in host countries? A) Weather conditions B) Cultural heritage C) Development D) Fashion trends What does ethical imperialism mean? A) Imposing tariffs on exports B) Imposing one's ethical standards on other countries C) Supporting local culture D) Lowering business costs Why might business practices vary between countries? A) To standardize policies B) Because of cultural, historical, and political differences C) Due to identical legal systems D) Global regulation of ethics What does the concept of rights in international business include? A) Economic strategies B) Fundamental human rights C) Advertising policies D) Tourism development What is a key reason for developing international business guidelines? A) Increase market volatility B) Promote ethical consistency across countries C) Encourage isolationism D) Enhance cultural barrier Which initiative is an international ethical code for businesses? A) European Union Policies B) The Global Compact C) Local Trade Act D) Corporate Expansion Program What is a common argument for paying market wages in less-developed countries? A) Reduces company profits B) Gives a competitive advantage C) Promotes overregulation D) Increases operational costs What is an ethical concern regarding working conditions in developing countries? A) Excessive taxes B) Lax labor protection laws C) Reduced product prices D) Increased advertising 9. What is bribery? A) Payment made to violate a duty B) Voluntary donation C) Government policy D) Standard practice 10. Which act is designed to combat foreign bribery? A) Trade Expansion Act B) International Tax Act C) Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) D) Consumer Protection Act 11. What is the goal of constructive engagement? A) Limiting communication B) Promoting imports C) Encouraging governmental change through business operations D) Eliminating global trade 12. What responsibility do MNCs have regarding human rights abuses? A) None B) Indirect accountability if they have knowledge and provide resources C) Full responsibility for all local issues D) Exempt from legal issues 13. What is a key drawback of rights-based guidelines in business ethics? A) Too specific B) Lack of clear guidance C) Excessive regulations D) Overly expensive 14. Which ethical principle focuses on avoiding harm and providing benefits? A) Profit maximization B) Welfare C) Cultural tradition D) Legal immunity 15. What is an economic effect of bribery? A) Improved public services B) Capital flight C) Increased local trust D) Enhanced competition 16. What is a non-economic consequence of bribery? A) Economic growth B) Loss of confidence in the government C) Increased market demand D) Stable political climate 17. What is a concern related to justice in business ethics? A) Currency exchange B) Unfair distribution of benefits C) Lower product quality D) Improved communication 18. What does transfer pricing potentially violate? A) Cultural norms B) Market rules C) Environmental laws D) Consumer rights 19. What role do MNCs have in international business ethics? A) Profit maximization only B) Social responsibility across different political and legal systems C) Avoid all regulations D) Focus solely on domestic issues