Question 1

After reports of poor labor conditions at its overseas factories in the 1980s, Nike&#10;A)moved its operations back to the United States.&#10;B)established closer control of its overseas contractors.&#10;C)replaced all its overseas contractors.&#10;D)none of the above

Accepted Answer

Nike established closer control of its overseas contractors in order to improve labor conditions after reports of poor working conditions.

Question 2

Manufacturers constantly seek the lowest labor costs in the world.

Accepted Answer

This is generally true as manufacturers aim to keep their production costs low by finding regions with low labor costs. However, other factors such as logistics, regulations, and supply chain also play a role in the decision-making process.

Question 3

Many business leaders say they will observe environmental practices&#10;A)whenever shareholders approve them.&#10;B)at every opportunity.&#10;C)only if the law requires them.&#10;D)even if they will definitely lose money.

Accepted Answer

C

Question 4

Environmental questions usually have easy answers.

Accepted Answer

Environmental questions are often complex and require careful consideration and analysis, with no single "easy" solution.

Question 5

According to the shareholder theory, the environment might sometimes take precedence over shareholders and other interest groups.

Accepted Answer

According to the shareholder theory, the only goal of a corporation is to maximize shareholder value, and therefore shareholders take precedence over all other interest groups, including the environment.

Question 6

Match between columns&#10;                        Premises: Workers who labor for low pay in poor conditions, often for long hours&#10;Workers who labor for low pay in poor conditions, often for long hours&#10;Workers who labor for low pay in poor conditions, often for long hours&#10;Workers who labor for low pay in poor conditions, often for long hours&#10;Workers who labor for low pay in poor conditions, often for long hours&#10;Workers who labor for low pay in poor conditions, often for long hours&#10;Workers who labor for low pay in poor conditions, often for long hours&#10;Workers who labor for low pay in poor conditions, often for long hours&#10;A U.S. law that requires companies to provide employees with a working environment free from unnecessary dangers&#10;A U.S. law that requires companies to provide employees with a working environment free from unnecessary dangers&#10;A U.S. law that requires companies to provide employees with a working environment free from unnecessary dangers&#10;A U.S. law that requires companies to provide employees with a working environment free from unnecessary dangers&#10;A U.S. law that requires companies to provide employees with a working environment free from unnecessary dangers&#10;A U.S. law that requires companies to provide employees with a working environment free from unnecessary dangers&#10;A U.S. law that requires companies to provide employees with a working environment free from unnecessary dangers&#10;A U.S. law that requires companies to provide employees with a working environment free from unnecessary dangers&#10;The part of the U.S. government in charge of enforcing environmental regulations&#10;The part of the U.S. government in charge of enforcing environmental regulations&#10;The part of the U.S. government in charge of enforcing environmental regulations&#10;The part of the U.S. government in charge of enforcing environmental regulations&#10;The part of the U.S. government in charge of enforcing environmental regulations&#10;The part of the U.S. government in charge of enforcing environmental regulations&#10;The part of the U.S. government in charge of enforcing environmental regulations&#10;The part of the U.S. government in charge of enforcing environmental regulations&#10;The use of construction practices that seek to minimize environmental impact&#10;The use of construction practices that seek to minimize environmental impact&#10;The use of construction practices that seek to minimize environmental impact&#10;The use of construction practices that seek to minimize environmental impact&#10;The use of construction practices that seek to minimize environmental impact&#10;The use of construction practices that seek to minimize environmental impact&#10;The use of construction practices that seek to minimize environmental impact&#10;The use of construction practices that seek to minimize environmental impact&#10;The concept of making wise long-term use of scarce natural resources&#10;The concept of making wise long-term use of scarce natural resources&#10;The concept of making wise long-term use of scarce natural resources&#10;The concept of making wise long-term use of scarce natural resources&#10;The concept of making wise long-term use of scarce natural resources&#10;The concept of making wise long-term use of scarce natural resources&#10;The concept of making wise long-term use of scarce natural resources&#10;The concept of making wise long-term use of scarce natural resources&#10;A law that prohibits some actions that harm the environment&#10;A law that prohibits some actions that harm the environment&#10;A law that prohibits some actions that harm the environment&#10;A law that prohibits some actions that harm the environment&#10;A law that prohibits some actions that harm the environment&#10;A law that prohibits some actions that harm the environment&#10;A law that prohibits some actions that harm the environment&#10;A law that prohibits some actions that harm the environment&#10;The practice of seeking the lowest possible labor costs worldwide&#10;The practice of seeking the lowest possible labor costs worldwide&#10;The practice of seeking the lowest possible labor costs worldwide&#10;The practice of seeking the lowest possible labor costs worldwide&#10;The practice of seeking the lowest possible labor costs worldwide&#10;The practice of seeking the lowest possible labor costs worldwide&#10;The practice of seeking the lowest possible labor costs worldwide&#10;The practice of seeking the lowest possible labor costs worldwide&#10;An organization that allows workers to bargain with their employers collectively&#10;An organization that allows workers to bargain with their employers collectively&#10;An organization that allows workers to bargain with their employers collectively&#10;An organization that allows workers to bargain with their employers collectively&#10;An organization that allows workers to bargain with their employers collectively&#10;An organization that allows workers to bargain with their employers collectively&#10;An organization that allows workers to bargain with their employers collectively&#10;An organization that allows workers to bargain with their employers collectively

Accepted Answer

The Answer of sustainability and labor union and Occupational Safety is...

Question 7

Until the last 40 years, there were essentially no federal laws regulating pollution and disposal of toxic materials by companies.

Accepted Answer

It wasn't until the 1970s that the United States established major federal laws regulating pollution and disposal of toxic materials, such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.

Question 8

One reason corporate leaders do not make voluntary pro-environment changes is that if the changes won't generate revenue, the company will be at a competitive disadvantage.

Accepted Answer

Corporate leaders are often hesitant to make voluntary pro-environment changes if they feel these changes won't bring in revenue because they fear that doing so will put their company at a disadvantage compared to their competitors.

Question 9

In the chapter, the practices of Foxconn Technology Group are portrayed as an example of&#10;A)green building.&#10;B)sustainability.&#10;C)sweatshop labor.&#10;D)none of the above

Accepted Answer

The chapter describes the practices of Foxconn Technology Group as involving sweatshop labor, including excessive overtime, low pay, and poor working conditions. This is indicated in the text when the author writes, "The persistent reports of suicides, underage workers, excessive overtime, and unsafe conditions at Foxconn suggest that this company is a long way from being a sustainable, responsible business." (p. 17)

Question 10

U.S. workers are more competitive globally in terms of craftsmanship than in terms of labor costs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of U.S. workers are more competitive globally in...

Question 11

A large proportion of U.S. consumer goods are manufactured abroad.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A large proportion of U.S. consumer goods...

Question 12

Many sustainability efforts are simple and cheap.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Many sustainability efforts are simple and cheap....

Question 13

The chapter suggests U.S. companies can improve labor conditions for foreign workers by&#10;A)using their clout with contractors.&#10;B)&#34;shopping&#34; carefully for contractors.&#10;C)petitioning foreign governments.&#10;D)both a and b

Accepted Answer

The answer of The chapter suggests U.S. companies can improve...

Question 14

Green buildings cost less to build than standard buildings.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Green buildings cost less to build than...

Question 15

Which is an example of green building?&#10;A)a rainwater collection system&#10;B)native landscaping&#10;C)hand dryers&#10;D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which is an example of green building?&#10;A)a...

Question 16

The drive to increase sales is one factor that motivates companies to &#34;go green.&#34;

Accepted Answer

The answer of The drive to increase sales is one...

Question 17

If you worked in a factory setting like the one described in the chapter, you would be likely to&#10;A)earn perhaps $130 a month.&#10;B)work 10 or 12 hours a day.&#10;C)work six days a week.&#10;D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of If you worked in a factory setting...

Question 18

Compared to workers in many manufacturing hot-spot nations, U.S. workers have&#10;A)a higher minimum wage.&#10;B)more workplace safety requirements.&#10;C)higher overtime pay.&#10;D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Compared to workers in many manufacturing hot-spot...

Deck 10: Two Global Issues: The Environment and Sweatshops