Question 1

The recognition that business activities affect society and the consideration of that impact when making business decisions is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)  business ethics. 
B)  corporate ethics. 
C)  code of ethics. 
D)  community responsibility. 
E)  social responsibility. 
A)  business ethics. 
B)  corporate ethics. 
C)  code of ethics. 
D)  community responsibility. 
E)  social responsibility.

Question 2

The economic model of social responsibility emphasizes the effect of business decisions on society.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

An instruction pamphlet detailing steps for the care and use of a new electric appliance would fulfill which provisions of Kennedy's Consumer Bill of Rights?

Accepted Answer

A)  The right to safety and the right to be informed 
B)  The right to be instructed and the right to safety 
C)  The right to be aware and the right to choose 
D)  The right to choose and the right to vote 
E)  The right to be heard and the right to sue 
A)  The right to safety and the right to be informed 
B)  The right to be instructed and the right to safety 
C)  The right to be aware and the right to choose 
D)  The right to choose and the right to vote 
E)  The right to be heard and the right to sue

Question 4

Sponsors of advertisements aimed at children must be especially careful to avoid misleading messages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The economic model of social responsibility was developed in a period when the primary concern of firms was

Accepted Answer

A)  long-term success and profitability. 
B)  improving the quality of life. 
C)  short-run profits and survival. 
D)  complete customer satisfaction and expansion. 
E)  having safe and satisfied employees. 
A)  long-term success and profitability. 
B)  improving the quality of life. 
C)  short-run profits and survival. 
D)  complete customer satisfaction and expansion. 
E)  having safe and satisfied employees.

Question 6

Taking credit for others' ideas or work or not meeting one's commitments in a mutual agreement are ethical issues concerning

Accepted Answer

A)  fairness and honesty. 
B)  organizational relationships. 
C)  conflict of interest. 
D)  communications. 
E)  freedom of choice. 
A)  fairness and honesty. 
B)  organizational relationships. 
C)  conflict of interest. 
D)  communications. 
E)  freedom of choice.

Question 7

Consumer advocates,such as Ralph Nader,take it upon themselves to protect the rights of consumers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Derek lives in Phoenix where he hears almost daily reports about the high levels of ozone along with suggestions on when individuals should purchase gasoline.As he views the hazy condition in the sky,he decides the government is basically ignoring environmental problems.Which statement best describes the government's involvement?

Accepted Answer

A)  The government relies mostly on businesses to control various types of pollution and expects them to cover the costs. 
B)  Although the government has established several environmental agencies,actual spending on reducing pollution is only about $100 million per year. 
C)  The government is delegating most of the responsibility for a cleaner environment to individuals and nonprofit organizations. 
D)  The government is encouraging technology that will eliminate pollution but not supporting this research financially. 
E)  The government is spending several billions of dollars a year to reduce various types of pollution. 
A)  The government relies mostly on businesses to control various types of pollution and expects them to cover the costs. 
B)  Although the government has established several environmental agencies,actual spending on reducing pollution is only about $100 million per year. 
C)  The government is delegating most of the responsibility for a cleaner environment to individuals and nonprofit organizations. 
D)  The government is encouraging technology that will eliminate pollution but not supporting this research financially. 
E)  The government is spending several billions of dollars a year to reduce various types of pollution.

Question 9

Will works in a position where there is very little supervision.In fact,although he considers himself ethical,he figures he could go away for a week without anyone noticing.Which general set of factors is most likely to influence Will's ethical behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  Individual 
B)  Social 
C)  Moral 
D)  Circumstantial 
E)  Opportunity 
A)  Individual 
B)  Social 
C)  Moral 
D)  Circumstantial 
E)  Opportunity

Question 10

Which of the following is an argument for increased social responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

A)  Because business is part of our society,it cannot ignore social issues. 
B)  Management must be concerned with providing a return on owners' investments. 
C)  Corporate time and money should be used to maximize profits. 
D)  Individual businesses should not be expected to solve society's problems. 
E)  Social issues are the responsibility of government officials. 
A)  Because business is part of our society,it cannot ignore social issues. 
B)  Management must be concerned with providing a return on owners' investments. 
C)  Corporate time and money should be used to maximize profits. 
D)  Individual businesses should not be expected to solve society's problems. 
E)  Social issues are the responsibility of government officials.

Question 11

The planning stage of a social responsibility program can involve outside consultants to help develop it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What are a few examples of companies acting socially responsible?

Accepted Answer

Student answers will vary.Some possible

Question 13

Why are fairness and honesty in business important ethical concerns? Give examples.

Accepted Answer

Fairness and honesty in business are con

Question 14

An individual's moral values and central,value-related attitudes clearly influence one's business behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What does the government encourage in order to protect the consumer's right to choose?

Accepted Answer

A)  Competition 
B)  Monopolies 
C)  Trust laws 
D)  Divestitures 
E)  Cooperation 
A)  Competition 
B)  Monopolies 
C)  Trust laws 
D)  Divestitures 
E)  Cooperation

Question 16

____ is all activities undertaken to protect the rights of consumers.

Accepted Answer

A)  Consumerism 
B)  Bill of rights 
C)  Lobbying 
D)  Caveat emptor 
E)  Protectionism 
A)  Consumerism 
B)  Bill of rights 
C)  Lobbying 
D)  Caveat emptor 
E)  Protectionism

Question 17

Mark Zuckerberg's Internet.org program that helps bring Internet access to underserved communities in various parts of the world is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)  social responsibility. 
B)  business ethics. 
C)  code of ethics. 
D)  consumerism. 
E)  affirmative action programs. 
A)  social responsibility. 
B)  business ethics. 
C)  code of ethics. 
D)  consumerism. 
E)  affirmative action programs.

Question 18

An affirmative action program is designed to ensure that minority employees are represented in about the same proportion as their representation within the community.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

All companies practice social responsibility in the same manner.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The right to service entitles consumers to convenience,courtesy,and responsiveness from manufacturers and sellers of consumer products.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The recognition that business activities affect society and the consideration of that impact when making business decisions is referred to as

The economic model of social responsibility emphasizes the effect of business decisions on society.

An instruction pamphlet detailing steps for the care and use of a new electric appliance would fulfill which provisions of Kennedy's Consumer Bill of Rights?

Sponsors of advertisements aimed at children must be especially careful to avoid misleading messages.

The economic model of social responsibility was developed in a period when the primary concern of firms was

Taking credit for others' ideas or work or not meeting one's commitments in a mutual agreement are ethical issues concerning

Consumer advocates,such as Ralph Nader,take it upon themselves to protect the rights of consumers.

Will works in a position where there is very little supervision.In fact,although he considers himself ethical,he figures he could go away for a week without anyone noticing.Which general set of factors is most likely to influence Will's ethical behavior?

Which of the following is an argument for increased social responsibilities?

The planning stage of a social responsibility program can involve outside consultants to help develop it.

What are a few examples of companies acting socially responsible?

Why are fairness and honesty in business important ethical concerns? Give examples.

An individual's moral values and central,value-related attitudes clearly influence one's business behavior.

What does the government encourage in order to protect the consumer's right to choose?

____ is all activities undertaken to protect the rights of consumers.

Mark Zuckerberg's Internet.org program that helps bring Internet access to underserved communities in various parts of the world is an example of

An affirmative action program is designed to ensure that minority employees are represented in about the same proportion as their representation within the community.

All companies practice social responsibility in the same manner.

The right to service entitles consumers to convenience,courtesy,and responsiveness from manufacturers and sellers of consumer products.

Exploring the World of Business and Economics

Global Business

Choosing a Form of Business Ownership

Small Business,Entrepreneurship,and Franchises

Understanding the Management Process

Creating a Flexible Organization

Producing Quality Goods and Services

Attracting and Retaining the Best Employees

Motivating and Satisfying Employees

Building Customer Relationships Through Effective Marketing

Creating and Pricing Products That Satisfy Customers

Distributing and Promoting Products

Exploring Social Media and E-Business

Using Management and Accounting Information

Mastering Financial Management

Understanding Personal Finances and Investments

Enhancing Union-Management Relations

Risk Management and Insurance

Business Law regulation and Taxation

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Exam 2: Ethics and Social Responsibility in Business

The recognition that business activities affect society and the consideration of that impact when making business decisions is referred to as

The economic model of social responsibility emphasizes the effect of business decisions on society.

An instruction pamphlet detailing steps for the care and use of a new electric appliance would fulfill which provisions of Kennedy's Consumer Bill of Rights?

Sponsors of advertisements aimed at children must be especially careful to avoid misleading messages.

The economic model of social responsibility was developed in a period when the primary concern of firms was

Taking credit for others' ideas or work or not meeting one's commitments in a mutual agreement are ethical issues concerning

Consumer advocates,such as Ralph Nader,take it upon themselves to protect the rights of consumers.

Will works in a position where there is very little supervision.In fact,although he considers himself ethical,he figures he could go away for a week without anyone noticing.Which general set of factors is most likely to influence Will's ethical behavior?

Which of the following is an argument for increased social responsibilities?

The planning stage of a social responsibility program can involve outside consultants to help develop it.

What are a few examples of companies acting socially responsible?

Why are fairness and honesty in business important ethical concerns? Give examples.

An individual's moral values and central,value-related attitudes clearly influence one's business behavior.

What does the government encourage in order to protect the consumer's right to choose?

____ is all activities undertaken to protect the rights of consumers.

Mark Zuckerberg's Internet.org program that helps bring Internet access to underserved communities in various parts of the world is an example of

An affirmative action program is designed to ensure that minority employees are represented in about the same proportion as their representation within the community.

All companies practice social responsibility in the same manner.

The right to service entitles consumers to convenience,courtesy,and responsiveness from manufacturers and sellers of consumer products.

Exploring the World of Business and Economics

Global Business

Choosing a Form of Business Ownership

Small Business,Entrepreneurship,and Franchises

Understanding the Management Process

Creating a Flexible Organization

Producing Quality Goods and Services

Attracting and Retaining the Best Employees

Motivating and Satisfying Employees

Building Customer Relationships Through Effective Marketing

Creating and Pricing Products That Satisfy Customers

Distributing and Promoting Products

Exploring Social Media and E-Business

Using Management and Accounting Information

Mastering Financial Management

Understanding Personal Finances and Investments

Enhancing Union-Management Relations

Risk Management and Insurance

Business Law regulation and Taxation

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