Question 1

According to a 2011 survey by the Ethics Resource Center, which was not cited as one of the most common questionable behaviors that employees engage in?

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Question 2

According to Kohlberg, the second level of moral development, characterized by considerations of society's laws and norms, is called

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The second level of moral development, according to Kohlberg, is conventional, which is characterized by considerations of society's laws and norms. This level is focused on conformity to social expectations and avoiding disapproval from others.

Question 3

All of the following are one of the four types of moral relativism EXCEPT

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Question 4

According to a 2013 survey by the Ethics Resource Center, which of the following was cited as a significant positive trend?

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The 2013 survey by the Ethics Resource Center cited that the percentage of firms providing ethical training rose to an all-time high of 81% as a significant positive trend.

Question 5

Secondary stakeholders have a direct connection with the corporation and have sufficient bargaining to directly affect corporate activities.

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Secondary stakeholders do not have a direct connection with the corporation and typically do not have sufficient bargaining power to directly affect corporate activities; instead, they are indirectly affected by the corporation's actions.

Question 6

"When in Rome, do as the Romans do" reflects which type of moral relativism?

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"When in Rome, do as the Romans do" is an example of cultural relativism, which is the belief that moral standards are relative to the culture in which they are practiced. In other words, what may be right or wrong in one culture may not be the same in another culture, and so we should adapt to the moral standards of the culture we are in.

Question 7

In 2011, the Ethics Resource Center found that ________ percent of employees surveyed had witnessed misconduct at work and ________ percent had reported it.

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According to the Ethics Resource Center in 2011, 45% of employees surveyed had witnessed misconduct at work and 65% had reported it.

Question 8

Of the six values measured by the Allport-Vernon-Lindzey Study of Values test, both U.S. and British executives consistently score highest on ________ values and lowest on ________ values.

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According to the Allport-Vernon-Lindzey Study of Values test, both U.S. and British executives consistently score highest on economic and political values and lowest on social and religious values. Option C is the only choice that includes these four values. Options A, B, D, and E do not include both economic and political values as the highest values and social and religious values as the lowest values.

Question 9

Which of the following is the most common reason given by surveyed executives for bending the rules to attain their objectives?

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Organizational performance required it is often cited as the most common reason by executives for bending the rules to achieve their objectives, as they may feel pressured to meet certain targets or outcomes.

Question 10

According to Kohlberg, the first level of moral development, characterized by concern for self, is called

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The first level of moral development, according to Kohlberg, is known as pre-conventional, where the child's focus is on avoiding punishment and gaining rewards, and their sense of right and wrong is determined by authority figures.

Question 11

The ________ has been measuring the state of ethics in organizations since 2007.

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The Ethics Resource Center has been measuring the state of ethics in organizations since 2007.

Question 12

A company may have some stakeholders of which it is only marginally aware and in some cases does not seem interested in appeasing.

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It is possible for a company to have stakeholders of which it is not fully aware or interested in appeasing. This could include individuals or groups who are indirectly affected by the company's actions, or those who have minimal influence on the company's operations. However, it is generally advisable for companies to try and identify and engage with all relevant stakeholders in order to build positive relationships and avoid potential conflicts or negative consequences.

Question 13

Role relativism is based on the belief that

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Role relativism suggests that the moral obligations and ethical decisions of an individual are significantly influenced by the social roles they occupy. This perspective emphasizes that different roles may entail different responsibilities and ethical considerations.

Question 14

Blindly following orders reflects which type of moral relativism?

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Role relativism is the concept that suggests individuals' moral obligations and ethical decisions are relative to their social roles or positions. Blindly following orders is a behavior that aligns with role relativism, as it implies that one's actions are determined by their role or position, rather than by universal moral principles or personal ethical considerations.

Question 15

As opposed to rule-based countries, relationship-based countries tend to

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In relationship-based countries, business and governmental affairs often depend more on personal relationships and networks than on formal rules and procedures. This can lead to less transparency, as decisions are made based on personal connections rather than transparent criteria. It can also lead to a higher degree of corruption, as the reliance on personal relationships can facilitate corrupt practices.

Question 16

Rule-based governance

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Rule-based governance relies on publicly verifiable information, which means that the rules and regulations are transparent and open to public scrutiny. This type of governance is not limited to developing nations and does not necessarily rely on implicit agreement. While building relationships may be important for effective rule-based governance, it is not a requirement. Rule-based governance promotes transparency and accountability, which is why publicly verifiable information is essential.

Question 17

Some people claim that morality is relative to some personal, social, or cultural standard and that there is no method for deciding whether one decision is better than another. This is called

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The term used to describe the belief that morality is relative to personal, social or cultural standards and that there is no objective method for deciding whether one decision is better than another is moral relativism. Therefore, option E is the correct choice.

Question 18

Former Enron Vice-President Sherron Watkins used the ________ analogy to explain why executives at Enron engaged in unethical and illegal actions.

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Sherron Watkins used the frogs in boiling water analogy to explain how the unethical and illegal actions of Enron executives started small and gradually increased in severity, much like how a frog won't jump out of a pot of water if the temperature is increased slowly.

Question 19

What is stakeholder analysis? List the three-step process.

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Question 20

All of the following reasons provide rationale for unethical behavior EXCEPT

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The other options provide reasons and justifications for unethical behavior, but D states agreement among stakeholders and business people that unethical behavior is acceptable, which is not a reason or justification but an alignment of values.

Quiz 3: Social Responsibility and Ethics in Strategic Management