Question 1

Commercial advertising campaigns often seek to spin information on products.For example, a car manufacturer might say a particular car it manufactures was ranked as the most innovative new vehicle.The details of the survey that it was conducted at a shareholder meeting and only vehicles it manufactures were included in the survey are quickly flashed in very small print at the bottom of the screen.The decision to deliberately obscure potentially important information is best described as being in which domain?

Accepted Answer

Deliberately obscuring potentially important information in commercial advertising campaigns is a questionable ethical practice, as it can mislead consumers and manipulate their purchasing decisions.

Question 2

A situation that arises when all alternative choices or behaviors have been deemed undesirable because of the potentially negative ethical consequences, making it difficult to distinguish right from wrong, is considered _____.

Accepted Answer

An ethical dilemma is a situation where all choices have negative ethical consequences, making it unclear what the correct choice is. It can be challenging to distinguish right from wrong because all options have drawbacks. Therefore, the best choice in an ethical dilemma is to evaluate all available alternatives carefully and consider the ethical implications of each. Ultimately, the choice that adheres to ethical principles and values should be made.

Question 3

Caleb is a manager at Computer-Care Company.He is expected to consider the effect of each decision alternative on all parties and select the one that optimizes the benefits for the greatest number of people.This is an example of the _____ approach.

Accepted Answer

The description given in the question aligns with the utilitarian approach, which aims to maximize the overall happiness or benefit for the greatest number of people.

Question 4

Disk Replacement Services has just completed a procedure manual on how to handle employee grievances.One of the main directives is to make it clear to employees that rules will be administered fairly and consistently.This directive illustrates use of the ______ approach.

Accepted Answer

The use of the directive to administer rules fairly and consistently demonstrates the use of procedural justice, which is concerned with ensuring that the procedures used to determine outcomes are fair and consistent.

Question 5

A benefit corporation is a not-for-profit organization that has a stated purpose that includes creating a material that has a positive impact on society.

Accepted Answer

A benefit corporation is actually a for-profit organization that has a stated purpose of creating a material positive impact on society, the environment, or both. It is a legal designation in some jurisdictions that requires companies to consider the interests of a broader group of stakeholders beyond just shareholders.

Question 6

The _________ approach holds that moral decisions must be based on standards of equity, fairness, and impartiality.

Accepted Answer

The justice approach emphasizes that moral decisions should be made based on principles of fairness, equality, and impartiality. This means that everyone should be treated equally and fairly, regardless of any personal biases or prejudices. The other approaches listed (social responsibility, practical, moral rights, and individualism) do not specifically focus on these principles of justice.

Question 7

The __________ leadership style is associated with the preconventional level of personal moral development.

Accepted Answer

The autocratic leadership style is characterized by a leader who makes decisions without consulting the team or seeking their input. This style is associated with the preconventional level of personal moral development because the leader is solely focused on their own objectives and needs, without considering the needs or perspectives of others. They may use fear or punishment to control the team and maintain their position of power. As a result, this style is often seen as unethical and can damage team morale and productivity.

Question 8

Which of the following best illustrates the preconventional stage of moral development?

Accepted Answer

The preconventional stage of moral development is characterized by self-interest and the pursuit of rewards or avoidance of punishment. Option D reflects this stage as it focuses on personal gain from the decision.

Question 9

Stakeholder mapping helps managers identify or prioritize the key stakeholders related to a specific issue or project.

Accepted Answer

Stakeholder mapping is a tool used by managers to identify and prioritize relevant stakeholders related to a specific issue or project. By understanding the needs and interests of these stakeholders, managers can effectively engage with them and address their concerns. This can ultimately lead to better project outcomes and stronger relationships with stakeholders.

Question 10

A recent poll found that nearly _____ percent of people say that executives make decisions based primarily on advancing their own careers.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A recent poll found that nearly _____...

Question 11

Any group or person within or outside the organization that has some type of investment or interest in the organization's performance and is affected by the organization's actions is called a(n) ______.

Accepted Answer

A stakeholder is any group or person within or outside the organization that has some type of investment or interest in the organization's performance and is affected by the organization's actions. Suppliers, international customers, influencers, and trade associations may also have an interest in the organization's performance, but they do not necessarily meet the requirement of being affected by the organization's actions in order to be considered stakeholders.

Question 12

An organization's choice of which of two well-qualified suppliers to use is in the domain of _____.

Accepted Answer

The organization's choice of which supplier to use is not governed by codified law or compensatory justice as both suppliers are well-qualified. It is also not necessarily related to ethics or social responsibility unless one of the suppliers has a questionable or concerning track record. Ultimately, the choice between two well-qualified suppliers is a matter of free choice.

Question 13

Robbie's Robots decided to continue operations at one plant while shutting down another.The decision was justified on the basis of what was best for the corporation as a whole.This is an example of the ____ approach.

Accepted Answer

The utilitarian approach focuses on maximizing overall happiness or well-being, and in this case, the decision was made based on what was best for the corporation as a whole, rather than just for the interests of certain individuals or groups.

Question 14

When the USS Indianapolis sank after being torpedoed, one Navy pilot disobeyed orders and risked his life to save men who were being picked off by sharks.The Navy pilot was operating from the __________ level of moral development.

Accepted Answer

The Navy pilot's decision to risk his life to save others despite disobeying orders reflects a postconventional level of moral development. At this stage, a person's moral decision-making is guided by his or her own sense of ethical principles and values, even if they go against existing rules and laws. The pilot's action shows that he placed the value of human life above following orders, which is a hallmark of postconventional morality.

Question 15

Companies can incorporate as benefit corporations without getting B Lab certification.

Accepted Answer

Benefit corporation is a legal status that a company can adopt to prioritize social and environmental goals in addition to their financial objectives. B Lab certification is a separate process that verifies a company's commitment to specific social and environmental standards. While B Corp certification is often associated with benefit corporations, it is not required to become a benefit corporation.

Question 16

When everyone is pursuing self-direction, the greater good is ultimately served because people learn to accommodate each other in their own long-term interest.This is an example of reasoning associated with the _____ approach.

Accepted Answer

The reasoning presented in the statement is associated with the individualism approach, which emphasizes individual freedom and self-interest as a means to achieving the greater good. The focus on self-direction and learning to accommodate each other for long-term self-interest reflects an individualistic perspective. Utilitarian approach emphasizes promoting the greatest overall good for the greatest number of people, moral justice emphasizes fairness and equity, justice emphasizes treating people equitably and social responsibility emphasizes balancing economic, social and environmental considerations.

Question 17

Which behavior or outcome is particularly important to someone operating at the conventional level of personal moral development?

Accepted Answer

Someone operating at the conventional level of personal moral development values meeting social and interpersonal obligations. They prioritize conforming to societal expectations, following rules and norms, and fulfilling responsibilities to others. Avoiding getting fired may also be important to them as it relates to meeting these obligations and expectations, but empowering subordinates and acting on internal values are typically not as important at this level of moral development. Additionally, being an autocratic leader is not necessarily aligned with conventional morality, as it may involve disregarding the needs and perspectives of others.

Question 18

All of the following are examples of special interest groups, EXCEPT ______.

Accepted Answer

Courts are not special interest groups. They are part of the judicial branch of government and are responsible for interpreting the law, not advocating for a specific group's interests.

Question 19

The global supply chain has made issues related to corporate social responsibility more challenging,

Accepted Answer

The global supply chain, with its complex network of suppliers, partners and customers across different countries and regions, has made it more difficult for companies to ensure that their operations are socially responsible and ethical. Issues such as labor rights, environmental impact, and responsible sourcing of raw materials have become more complicated and require greater collaboration and transparency across the supply chain.

Question 20

The term triple bottom line refers to measuring an organization's social performance, its environmental performance, and its financial performance.

Accepted Answer

The triple bottom line concept involves evaluating an organization's impact in three areas - social, environmental, and financial - to assess its overall sustainability and success.

Quiz 4: Managing Ethics and Social Responsibility