Question 1

When a firm has a code of ethics in place, the role of managers in enforcing ethical behavior is minimized.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Under the classical view, aiding the few through philanthropy ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  benefits the whole by uplifting the downtrodden 
B)  grows wealth for stockholders by increasing the stock trading price 
C)  increases costs for consumers 
D)  manipulates society through social engineering 
A)  benefits the whole by uplifting the downtrodden 
B)  grows wealth for stockholders by increasing the stock trading price 
C)  increases costs for consumers 
D)  manipulates society through social engineering C

Question 3

Which of the following ISO standards is related to quality management?

Accepted Answer

A)  ISO 9000 
B)  ISO 14000 
C)  ISO 8000 
D)  ISO 15000 
A)  ISO 9000 
B)  ISO 14000 
C)  ISO 8000 
D)  ISO 15000 A

Question 4

When a firm advertises that it only uses recycled paper products, it is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  meeting its social obligation 
B)  meeting its social screening requirements 
C)  being socially responsive 
D)  following ISO 9000 standards 
A)  meeting its social obligation 
B)  meeting its social screening requirements 
C)  being socially responsive 
D)  following ISO 9000 standards

Question 5

EPA regulations permit the release of 150 micrograms of particulate matter per cubic meter of air every 24 hours from paint shops. Utilimotors, a utility truck maker, monitors its emissions so it releases between 140 and 150 micrograms. Which approach of green management does Utilimotors use?

Accepted Answer

A)  legal approach 
B)  market approach 
C)  stakeholder approach 
D)  activist approach 
A)  legal approach 
B)  market approach 
C)  stakeholder approach 
D)  activist approach

Question 6

In a short essay, discuss some of the ways in which managers can encourage ethical behavior and create a comprehensive ethics program.

Accepted Answer

Employee selection - The selection proce

Question 7

Many companies around the globe voluntarily report their efforts in promoting environmental sustainability using the guidelines developed by the ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Global Compact 
B)  Environmental Protection Agency 
C)  Global Reporting Initiative 
D)  Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development 
A)  Global Compact 
B)  Environmental Protection Agency 
C)  Global Reporting Initiative 
D)  Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development

Question 8

A student who never considers breaking into an instructor's office to steal an accounting exam didn't think twice about asking a friend who took the same course from the same instructor last semester what questions were on the exam. What does this example illustrate?

Accepted Answer

A)  This example illustrates the concept of issue intensity. 
B)  The student involved has an internal locus of control. 
C)  The student involved has a strong ego strength. 
D)  This example illustrates the concept of value-based management. 
A)  This example illustrates the concept of issue intensity. 
B)  The student involved has an internal locus of control. 
C)  The student involved has a strong ego strength. 
D)  This example illustrates the concept of value-based management.

Question 9

An organization is said to adopt the market approach to going green when it responds to the environmental demands made by its stakeholders.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

In the activist approach to going green, an organization looks for ways to protect its sources of supply.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The ________ view of social responsibility holds that management's only social responsibility is to maximize profits.

Accepted Answer

A)  socioeconomic 
B)  classical 
C)  sociocultural 
D)  neoclassical 
A)  socioeconomic 
B)  classical 
C)  sociocultural 
D)  neoclassical

Question 12

Despite reassurances from R&D's internal testing lab, Stephen believes the new material for climbing ropes should not be used in their manufacture until it has been certified by an independent lab. It would appear that Stephen has ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  high ego strength 
B)  weak ego strength 
C)  internal locus of control 
D)  external locus of control 
A)  high ego strength 
B)  weak ego strength 
C)  internal locus of control 
D)  external locus of control

Question 13

Target's donation of 5% of its annual income to community support is an example of ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  social engineering 
B)  social screening 
C)  corporate responsiveness 
D)  corporate philanthropy 
A)  social engineering 
B)  social screening 
C)  corporate responsiveness 
D)  corporate philanthropy

Question 14

According to the socioeconomic view, managers' social responsibilities go beyond making profits to include protecting and improving society's welfare.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A U.S. business that provides on-site childcare facilities for employees as part of a negotiation with its union is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  being socially responsive 
B)  fulfilling its social obligations 
C)  adopting social screening 
D)  practicing green management 
A)  being socially responsive 
B)  fulfilling its social obligations 
C)  adopting social screening 
D)  practicing green management

Question 16

An organization's structural design, its goals, performance appraisal systems, and reward allocation procedures influence the ethical choices of employees.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Outline the two individual characteristics that play a role in determining whether a person behaves ethically.

Accepted Answer

Values and personality are the two indiv

Question 18

Possession of resources is an argument in favor of social responsibility.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A ________ is an individual or organization who seeks out opportunities to improve society by using practical, innovative, and sustainable approaches.

Accepted Answer

A)  sustainability contractor 
B)  social entrepreneur 
C)  philanthropist 
D)  whistle-blower 
A)  sustainability contractor 
B)  social entrepreneur 
C)  philanthropist 
D)  whistle-blower

Question 20

The most outspoken advocate of the classical view of organizational social responsibility is Alan Greenspan.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

When a firm has a code of ethics in place, the role of managers in enforcing ethical behavior is minimized.

Under the classical view, aiding the few through philanthropy ________.

Which of the following ISO standards is related to quality management?

When a firm advertises that it only uses recycled paper products, it is ________.

EPA regulations permit the release of 150 micrograms of particulate matter per cubic meter of air every 24 hours from paint shops. Utilimotors, a utility truck maker, monitors its emissions so it releases between 140 and 150 micrograms. Which approach of green management does Utilimotors use?

In a short essay, discuss some of the ways in which managers can encourage ethical behavior and create a comprehensive ethics program.

Many companies around the globe voluntarily report their efforts in promoting environmental sustainability using the guidelines developed by the ________.

A student who never considers breaking into an instructor's office to steal an accounting exam didn't think twice about asking a friend who took the same course from the same instructor last semester what questions were on the exam. What does this example illustrate?

An organization is said to adopt the market approach to going green when it responds to the environmental demands made by its stakeholders.

In the activist approach to going green, an organization looks for ways to protect its sources of supply.

The ________ view of social responsibility holds that management's only social responsibility is to maximize profits.

Despite reassurances from R&D's internal testing lab, Stephen believes the new material for climbing ropes should not be used in their manufacture until it has been certified by an independent lab. It would appear that Stephen has ________.

Target's donation of 5% of its annual income to community support is an example of ________.

According to the socioeconomic view, managers' social responsibilities go beyond making profits to include protecting and improving society's welfare.

A U.S. business that provides on-site childcare facilities for employees as part of a negotiation with its union is ________.

An organization's structural design, its goals, performance appraisal systems, and reward allocation procedures influence the ethical choices of employees.

Outline the two individual characteristics that play a role in determining whether a person behaves ethically.

Possession of resources is an argument in favor of social responsibility.

A ________ is an individual or organization who seeks out opportunities to improve society by using practical, innovative, and sustainable approaches.

The most outspoken advocate of the classical view of organizational social responsibility is Alan Greenspan.

Managers and You in the Workplace

Making Decisions

Managing the External Environment and the Organizations Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Diversity

Managing Change and Innovation

Planning Work Activities

Managing Strategy

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Designing Organizational Structure

Managing Human Resources

Creating and Managing Teams

Managing Communication

Understanding and Managing Individual Behavior

Motivating Employees

Being an Effective Leader

Monitoring and Controlling

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Exam 6: Managing Social Responsibility and Ethics

When a firm has a code of ethics in place, the role of managers in enforcing ethical behavior is minimized.

Under the classical view, aiding the few through philanthropy ________.

Which of the following ISO standards is related to quality management?

When a firm advertises that it only uses recycled paper products, it is ________.

EPA regulations permit the release of 150 micrograms of particulate matter per cubic meter of air every 24 hours from paint shops. Utilimotors, a utility truck maker, monitors its emissions so it releases between 140 and 150 micrograms. Which approach of green management does Utilimotors use?

In a short essay, discuss some of the ways in which managers can encourage ethical behavior and create a comprehensive ethics program.

Many companies around the globe voluntarily report their efforts in promoting environmental sustainability using the guidelines developed by the ________.

A student who never considers breaking into an instructor's office to steal an accounting exam didn't think twice about asking a friend who took the same course from the same instructor last semester what questions were on the exam. What does this example illustrate?

An organization is said to adopt the market approach to going green when it responds to the environmental demands made by its stakeholders.

In the activist approach to going green, an organization looks for ways to protect its sources of supply.

The ________ view of social responsibility holds that management's only social responsibility is to maximize profits.

Despite reassurances from R&D's internal testing lab, Stephen believes the new material for climbing ropes should not be used in their manufacture until it has been certified by an independent lab. It would appear that Stephen has ________.

Target's donation of 5% of its annual income to community support is an example of ________.

According to the socioeconomic view, managers' social responsibilities go beyond making profits to include protecting and improving society's welfare.

A U.S. business that provides on-site childcare facilities for employees as part of a negotiation with its union is ________.

An organization's structural design, its goals, performance appraisal systems, and reward allocation procedures influence the ethical choices of employees.

Outline the two individual characteristics that play a role in determining whether a person behaves ethically.

Possession of resources is an argument in favor of social responsibility.

A ________ is an individual or organization who seeks out opportunities to improve society by using practical, innovative, and sustainable approaches.

The most outspoken advocate of the classical view of organizational social responsibility is Alan Greenspan.

Managers and You in the Workplace

Making Decisions

Managing the External Environment and the Organizations Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Diversity

Managing Change and Innovation

Planning Work Activities

Managing Strategy

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Designing Organizational Structure

Managing Human Resources

Creating and Managing Teams

Managing Communication

Understanding and Managing Individual Behavior

Motivating Employees

Being an Effective Leader

Monitoring and Controlling

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