Question 1

Responsible competitiveness involves the positive effects of socially responsible business practices on a nation's

Accepted Answer

Responsible competitiveness refers to the idea that socially responsible business practices can positively impact a nation's economic success. By incorporating socially responsible practices such as sustainability, ethical labor practices, and community involvement, businesses may see increased consumer loyalty and trust, improved brand reputation, and potentially higher profits. This can lead to a stronger, more competitive economy for that nation. While the other options may also be positively impacted by socially responsible business practices, economic success is the most closely associated with responsible competitiveness.

Question 2

Which of the following is least likely to be a relevant perspective for examining stakeholder issues that are present in a global environment?

Accepted Answer

A Eurocentric perspective would focus only on the interests and concerns of Europe or the Western world, and would not consider the diverse cultural, social, and economic factors present in a global environment. The other perspectives listed (economic, legal, ethical, philanthropic) would all be relevant for examining stakeholder issues in a global context.

Question 3

What is the United Nation's philosophy toward improvements in the development of countries around the world?

Accepted Answer

The phrase "a rising tide lifts all boats" is commonly attributed to John F. Kennedy and is often used to describe the philosophy of the United Nations when it comes to improving the development of countries around the world. This philosophy suggests that when an economy experiences growth, everyone in the economy benefits, not just the wealthy or powerful. Thus, the UN's focus on promoting sustainable development and eradicating poverty is aimed at creating this rising tide that can lift all boats.

Question 4

Because cultural differences introduce new complexities to the process of ethical decision-making, companies' attitudes toward training rubrics are best described by which of the following statements?

Accepted Answer

Cultural differences can make ethical decision-making more complicated, and training rubrics are helpful tools to assist employees in making the right decisions. By providing clear guidance on ethical principles and company policies, training rubrics can help employees understand what is expected of them and respond appropriately to ethical issues. While common sense is important, it may not always be sufficient when dealing with complex or unfamiliar situations. Lengthy rubrics may not be practical, but concise and targeted training can be effective in providing employees with the necessary skills and knowledge to make ethical decisions in a global work environment.

Question 5

What term refers to improvements in the economic, environmental, educational, and health conditions of a country?

Accepted Answer

The term that refers to improvements in the economic, environmental, educational, and health conditions of a country is development. A country that develops is seen as progressing towards better living standards, higher income, improved healthcare, and sustainable practices.

Question 6

What is cultural intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Cultural intelligence is the ability to understand, appreciate and effectively navigate different cultural settings. It involves adapting to different cultural contexts and behaving appropriately in a variety of cultural situations. Thus, option B is the best choice as it includes the mentioned aspects of cultural intelligence.

Question 7

Approximately ____ of all countries have at least one minority group that represents a distinct subculture.

Accepted Answer

According to the textbook, "approximately two-thirds of all countries include at least one minority group that represents a distinct subculture."

Question 8

According to Mercer's survey, all of the following are global drivers for employee engagement except

Accepted Answer

A high level of autonomy is not listed as a global driver for employee engagement according to Mercer's survey. The survey typically emphasizes factors like the nature of the work, opportunities for development, leadership trust, recognition, and organizational communication as key to engaging employees.

Question 9

Overall, what do conclusions drawn from the Responsible Competitiveness Index (RCI) indicate?

Accepted Answer

The conclusions drawn from the Responsible Competitiveness Index (RCI) indicate that social responsibility reinforces the economic competitiveness of countries. The index measures how well countries integrate sustainability and social responsibility into their economic policies, and the findings suggest that countries with stronger social and environmental policies also tend to have more resilient and competitive economies.

Question 10

According to Amartya Sen, national competitiveness and development correlate with political, social, and economic freedoms due to

Accepted Answer

Amartya Sen argues that political, social, and economic freedoms have a contagion effect, meaning that when people witness others exercising their freedoms, it inspires them to demand and exercise their own freedoms. This can lead to more open societies, more innovation and creativity, and ultimately greater national competitiveness and development.

Question 11

Which of the following is a widely known certification corporate accountability partnership?

Accepted Answer

The Fair Labor Association is a widely known corporate accountability partnership that certifies companies for fair labor practices. It is a non-profit organization that works with companies to improve their social and environmental responsibility.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is not true of someone with a high level of cultural intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Someone with a high level of cultural intelligence recognizes that understanding and adapting to other cultures is a two-way process and does not assume that only one culture needs to be educated or corrected.

Question 13

Which of the following foreshadowed the movement to write and implement widely accepted codes of conduct?

Accepted Answer

The Sullivan Principles, developed in 1977, were among the first widely accepted codes of conduct aimed at promoting social responsibility in business. They were developed to encourage US companies operating in South Africa to do so in a manner consistent with human rights and equality. The success of the Sullivan Principles paved the way for the development of other codes of conduct, such as the United Nations' Global Compact. The other answer choices, while related to ethical business practices and social responsibility, do not directly foreshadow the movement to write and implement widely accepted codes of conduct.

Question 14

What are the three drivers of responsible competitiveness?

Accepted Answer

The three drivers of responsible competitiveness are policy drivers, business action, and social enablers. Policy drivers refer to government regulations and policies that promote responsible practices, while business action refers to companies taking responsibility for their impact on society and the environment. Social enablers refer to stakeholders such as consumers, NGOs, and local communities promoting and supporting responsible behavior.

Question 15

According to the GlobeScan study and other reports, which of the following is true of fair trade certified products?

Accepted Answer

According to the GlobeScan study and other reports, fair trade certified products maintain consumer interest during times of economic downturn. This is likely due to the ethical and sustainable values associated with fair trade products, which consumers prioritize even during economic uncertainty.

Question 16

The three components of cultural intelligence are

Accepted Answer

The three components of cultural intelligence are motivational (the interest and drive to adapt to other cultures), cognitive (the knowledge and understanding of different cultural norms and practices), and behavioral (the ability to adjust one's behavior to fit into different cultural contexts). None of the other answer choices accurately reflect the components of cultural intelligence.

Question 17

Which of the following terms refers to a trading partnership based on dialogue, transparency, and respect that seeks greater equity in international trade and contributes to sustainable development?

Accepted Answer

Fair trade is a trading partnership that prioritizes dialogue, transparency, and respect while seeking greater equity in international trade and contributing to sustainable development.

Question 18

Which of the following would most likely indicate a high potential for a culturally diverse work group to achieve positive outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Cultural intelligence is the ability to understand and use cultural differences to build effective relationships, and when all members of the group have a high level of cultural intelligence, they are more likely to work together effectively and achieve positive outcomes. A, B, and C are all examples of situations where cultural diversity may not be valued or celebrated, and can lead to negative outcomes for the group. E suggests only a few members have high levels of cultural intelligence, which may not be sufficient for the group as a whole to work effectively.

Question 19

Which type of partnership for development does not have to prove a specific effort toward social responsibility?

Accepted Answer

Conventional business partnerships do not necessarily have to prove a specific effort toward social responsibility, as their focus may be solely on maximizing profits for the partners involved.

Question 20

A person who is skilled at recognizing how one individual or group is influenced by national, professional, and organizational cultures demonstrates which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Cultural intelligence refers to the ability to understand and effectively navigate different cultural contexts. Therefore, a person who is skilled at recognizing how one individual or group is influenced by national, professional, and organizational cultures demonstrates high cultural intelligence.

Quiz 12: Social Responsibility in a Global Environment