Question 1

Issues relating to ecojustice can be all of the following EXCEPT:&#10;A)Global&#10;B)Local&#10;C)Intra-generational&#10;D)Singular

Accepted Answer

Ecojustice issues by definition involve the interconnectedness of social, environmental, and economic factors, and therefore cannot be singular or isolated. They are typically global in scope, with impacts felt at the local and community level as well. Ecojustice issues also have intra-generational implications, meaning that they affect people within the same generation and their access to resources, opportunities, and quality of life.

Question 2

Technology, _____________ and _____________ mediate the relationship between population and the environment:&#10;A)Developing and Developed nations&#10;B)Policy and Culture&#10;C)Wealth and Policy&#10;D)Culture and Attitude

Accepted Answer

Technology, policy, and culture are key factors that mediate the relationship between population and the environment. These elements influence how societies use resources, manage waste, and mitigate environmental impacts.

Question 3

Populations are growing due to all of the following except&#10;A)Decline in child mortality&#10;B)Status of women&#10;C)Children as economic assets&#10;D)Increased marriage rate

Accepted Answer

Increased marriage rate is not a reason for population growth. Instead, factors such as decline in child mortality, status of women, and children as economic assets contribute to population growth.

Question 4

Based on the chapter, there is an overall increased interest in CSR because:&#10;A)Increased profitability.&#10;B)Increased responsibility.&#10;C)Increased pressure to disclose.&#10;D)Increased integrity.

Accepted Answer

Increased pressure to disclose is a key reason for the heightened interest in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). This pressure comes from various stakeholders including consumers, investors, and regulatory bodies who demand transparency and accountability from organizations regarding their social and environmental impacts.

Question 5

A guiding principle of the Fair Trade movement is:&#10;A)Establishment of long-term relationships&#10;B)Increased product quality from small producers&#10;C)Support local communities across the world&#10;D)Amend previous human rights violations

Accepted Answer

Fair Trade emphasizes establishing long-term relationships with producers to ensure stable and sustainable trade conditions.

Question 6

Which of the following population categories have been linked to economic, social and environmental issues:&#10;A)Size and Density&#10;B)Growth and Migration&#10;C)Urbanization&#10;D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the listed population categories have been linked to economic, social, and environmental issues. Size and density can affect resource availability and strain on infrastructure. Growth and migration can lead to demographic changes, economic shifts, and cultural tensions. Urbanization can lead to overcrowding, increased pollution, and resource depletion. Therefore, all three categories have important implications for society and the environment.

Question 7

All of the following are secondary stakeholders EXCEPT&#10;A)NGOs&#10;B)Governments&#10;C)Communities&#10;D)Customers

Accepted Answer

NGOs, governments, and communities are all examples of secondary stakeholders as they are not directly involved in the company's operations, but are still affected by the company's actions. Customers, on the other hand, are considered primary stakeholders as they are directly involved in the company's activities and are necessary for the company's success.

Question 8

Stakeholder theory focuses on:&#10;A)Identifying primary and secondary stakeholders.&#10;B)Considering the interests of all stakeholders regardless of financial investment.&#10;C)Maximizing the wealth of shareholders&#10;D)Placing the concerns of one group over another.

Accepted Answer

Stakeholder theory emphasizes considering the interests of all stakeholders, not just shareholders or those with financial investment. It emphasizes the importance of balancing the diverse interests of stakeholders such as employees, customers, suppliers, and the community, rather than prioritizing one group over the others or solely maximizing shareholder wealth.

Question 9

Primarily, socio-economically disadvantaged groups of society are not considered a threat to a firm's decisions because:&#10;A)They are viewed as powerless.&#10;B)They are uninterested in the decision-making process.&#10;C)They are actively engaged with their own communities.&#10;D)They represent only a small fraction of the population

Accepted Answer

Socio-economically disadvantaged groups of society are often viewed as powerless or lacking in influence, and therefore not seen as a threat to a firm's decisions. This can lead to a lack of consideration or inclusion of their needs and perspectives in decision-making processes.

Question 10

Which of the following is TRUE:&#10;A)Climate change is consistent throughout all nations.&#10;B)Low income nations experience the greatest pressure from environmental factors.&#10;C)Higher density populations with higher wealth create wider footprints.&#10;D)Cultural attitudes have little impact on policy decisions.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is TRUE:&#10;A)Climate change...

Deck 2: Social Pressures on Organizations