Question 1

Hendry formulated eight propositions to explain how ENGOs target particular organizations.These propositions include all of the following,except:
A)the greater the previous interaction between the firm and the ENGO,the more likely the firm is to be targeted.
B)the closer the firm is to the consumer in the supply chain,the more likely it is to be targeted.
C)the greater the degree of certainty that the firm is the source of the problem,the more likely they become a target.
D)the larger the firm,the less likely they are to be targeted.
E)the more well-known the firm's brands are,the more likely they are to be targeted.

Accepted Answer

The eighth proposition formulated by Hendry is that the larger the firm, the more likely they are to be targeted, which is the inverse of option D. Therefore, option D is incorrect.

Question 2

Corporations should engage in a dialogue with government agencies for all of the following reasons,except:
A)Government regulates all of the corporation's activities.
B)Government introduces policy changes through taxation rates.
C)Government attempts to manipulate corporate environmental records to penalize certain industries.
D)Government establishes international trade agreements.
E)Government establishes subsidies for corporations.

Accepted Answer

It is not a valid reason for corporations to engage in a dialogue with government agencies if the government attempts to manipulate their environmental records to penalize certain industries. All the other options - government regulation, policy changes, international trade agreements, and subsidies - directly affect the activities and operations of corporations and warrant a constructive dialogue between the two entities.

Question 3

The Village Union University is expanding.The population of the surrounding city is growing as more and more people are attracted to employment opportunities at the university.Village Union,if adopting an ecosystem perspective,would focus on all of the following,except:
A)Decreased deer populations caused by loss of grasslands due to increased housing development in the surrounding community.
B)The increased enrollment on the university campus and land use.
C)The University's practice of greenwashing.
D)The impact of university expansion on local duck populations.
E)Air pollution caused by university vehicles.

Accepted Answer

The ecosystem perspective would focus on the relationships and interconnections between the university and its environment, including the impacts of its expansion. Decreased deer populations (A) and impact on local duck populations (D) are specific examples of how the university's expansion may affect the local wildlife. Increased enrollment and land use (B) and air pollution from university vehicles (E) are also important considerations in understanding the ecosystem impacts of the university's expansion. However, the practice of greenwashing (C) relates more to the university's marketing and messaging, and does not directly relate to the ecosystem impacts of its expansion.

Question 4

Climate change,according to the textbook,is:
A)Caused by acid rain.
B)The result of human inaction.
C)The same as ozone depletion.
D)Synonymous with global warming.
E)Leading to decreased greenhouse gases.

Accepted Answer

Climate change is often used interchangeably with global warming, which refers to the increase in average global temperature due to the increasing concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, primarily carbon dioxide emitted from the burning of fossil fuels.

Question 5

Phoebe is concerned that her company will be sued if they continue to exceed their quota,or allowed limit,in the fishery.This concern represents the__________ response to environmental concerns.
A)comprehensive environmental management
B)compliance with laws and regulations
C)token response
D)damage control
E)sustainable development

Accepted Answer

Compliance with laws and regulations is the most appropriate response to Phoebe's concern about being sued for exceeding the quota. It involves ensuring that the company operates within the allowable limits set by government or regulatory bodies to avoid legal sanctions. This response is important in promoting environmental protection and sustainability. Other responses mentioned in the options, such as comprehensive environmental management, sustainable development, token response, or damage control, may complement compliance in achieving an environmentally friendly operation but may not be the immediate concern in avoiding litigation.

Question 6

The 4 Rs of Recycling include all the following,except:
A)Reclaim
B)Reduce
C)Recycle
D)Recover
E)Reuse

Accepted Answer

"Reclaim" is not traditionally included in the 4 Rs of Recycling, which are Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Recover.

Question 7

Christine is on the board of directors of a large corporation.She is presenting a report to the other board members which highlights how the firm's economic activities and practices are dependent upon human and natural resources,as well as to physical and financial capital.Her report is most consistent with the principle of:
A)Environmental ethic
B)Sustainable development
C)Business sustainable development
D)Socio-economic impact assessment
E)Government requirement ethic

Accepted Answer

The answer of Christine is on the board of directors...

Question 8

Luis' company is about to launch a new product line of environmentally friendly cleaning products.It is hoping that this product line will offset the risks associated with the acquisition of a small,but debt-laden company in the last quarter.The new product line is an example of:
A)Token response
B)Green marketing
C)Greenwashing
D)Sustainability
E)Eco-insurance

Accepted Answer

The new product line is an example of green marketing, as it is focused on promoting the environmentally friendly aspects of the product to appeal to consumers who prioritize sustainability. This is different from token responses or greenwashing, which involve superficial or false claims of environmental responsibility without actually following through with meaningful actions. Sustainability and eco-insurance are related concepts, but they do not apply as directly to the launch of this new product line.

Question 9

Considerable attention has been focused on the pollution of the Halifax Harbour.New regulations controlling waste management,through recycling,is one element of the comprehensive renewal strategy.This is an example of:
A)Sustainable development
B)Business Sustainable development
C)Market environmentalism
D)Standard environmentalism
E)Economic development

Accepted Answer

The answer of Considerable attention has been focused on the...

Question 10

An environmental assessment document usually does not contain a(n):
A)project budget
B)reasons for the project
C)description of the project
D)outline of how alternatives to the project would affect the environment
E)outline of how the project will affect the environment

Accepted Answer

An environmental assessment document focuses on analyzing the potential environmental impacts of a project and identifying ways to avoid, minimize, and mitigate those impacts. It typically does not include a project budget, which is a separate document that outlines the estimated costs associated with the project.

Question 11

ABC Corporation has spent a significant portion of its marketing budget redesigning the corporate logo to incorporate images from nature.The corporation,however,has not spent any money on enhancing its environmental strategy or practice.Pollution Probe,an NGO,accuses ABC Corporation of:
A)comprehensive environmental management
B)compliance with laws and regulations
C)market manipulation
D)sustainable development
E)greenwashing

Accepted Answer

ABC Corporation is accused of "greenwashing" - a practice of making false or exaggerated claims about their environmental practices in order to appear more environmentally friendly than they actually are. While they have redesigned their logo to incorporate images from nature, they have not taken any real action towards improving their environmental practices.

Question 12

PDF Corporation has exceeded its targets for carbon reduction.ABC Corporation cannot meet its targets,so it is possible for ABC to purchase all of the following credits from PDF Corporation,except:
A)Carbon offsets
B)Cap and trade
C)Carbon capture and storage
D)Greenhouse gas credits
E)Emissions- reduction credits

Accepted Answer

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a technology used to reduce carbon dioxide emissions directly at the source, such as at power plants or industrial sites, by capturing the CO2 and storing it underground or using it for other purposes. It is not a type of credit that can be purchased or transferred between companies to offset emissions. The other options (carbon offsets, cap and trade, greenhouse gas credits, and emissions-reduction credits) represent mechanisms through which companies can trade or purchase credits to offset their emissions or comply with regulatory limits.

Question 13

A grocery store chain is promoting its reliance on local sources of produce.ENGOs have been advocates of this approach to supply chain management because it reduces pollution caused by long distance transport of produce and even the government has been supportive of this "buy local" strategy.This is an example of:
A)Offsets
B)Sustainable development
C)Standard environmentalism
D)Market environmentalism
E)None of the answers.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A grocery store chain is promoting its...

Question 14

A resource used as though it belongs to all is referred to as a:
A)social good
B)social bad
C)commons
D)social externality
E)free rider

Accepted Answer

The term "commons" refers to a resource that is accessible to everyone for use, such as public parks or the air we breathe. It is considered a shared resource and is often managed as a common-pool resource.

Question 15

Oil and gas exploration has considerable economic and environmental impact."We must balance development today to ensure that there are resources available for future generations," argues a stakeholder.This statement is most consistent with the principle of:
A)Business sustainable development
B)Sustainable development
C)Environmental ethic
D)Government requirement ethic
E)Economic sustainability

Accepted Answer

The statement about balancing development for present and future generations is in line with the principle of sustainable development. This principle advocates for meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It considers economic, environmental, and social sustainability in decision-making.

Question 16

Waste management is the concern of which functional area of business?
A)Human resources
B)Operations
C)Marketing
D)Financial management
E)Distribution

Accepted Answer

Waste management is directly related to the operations function of a business as it involves the collection, transport, processing, and disposal of waste generated by the operations of the business.

Question 17

Enrique is encouraging his company to adopt an approach to environmentalism that would see financial returns balanced with environmental and stakeholder concerns.This approach is best characterized as:
A)compliance with stakeholder expectations
B)compliance with laws and regulations
C)comprehensive environmental management
D)sustainable development
E)a token response

Accepted Answer

The approach described is consistent with the principles of sustainable development, which seeks to balance economic growth with environmental protection and social responsibility. It goes beyond mere compliance with laws and regulations, taking a comprehensive approach to environmental management and balancing financial returns with the interests of stakeholders. It is not a token response or mere compliance with stakeholder expectations.

Question 18

OP,an oil and gas exploration company,has decided to adopt an innovative approach to natural gas extraction that will have a less damaging impact on the environment.The idea was first launched by a coop student working in the marketing department who championed the idea when meeting with her department regarding the unit's environmental objectives,the marketing manager raised it with the CFO.The CFO thought the idea sufficiently innovative that he raised it to the CEO.This company is most likely applying the _________orientation to environmental concerns.
A)business sustainable development
B)token response
C)sustainable development
D)compliance with laws and regulations
E)comprehensive environmental management

Accepted Answer

The answer of OP,an oil and gas exploration company,has decided...

Question 19

The set of values or principles that govern a corporation's practices relating to the environment is referred to as:
A)Social Impact Investing
B)Eco-ethics
C)Business sustainable development
D)An environmental ethic
E)Sustainable development

Accepted Answer

The set of values or principles that govern a corporation's practices relating to the environment is referred to as an environmental ethic. Eco-ethics is a similar term but is more general and can refer to individual or societal practices as well as corporate ones. Social Impact Investing refers specifically to investments made to generate both financial returns and positive social or environmental impact. Business sustainable development and sustainable development are broader terms referring to practices that balance economic, environmental, and social considerations for long-term success.

Question 20

The major environmental concerns include all of the following,except:
A)Acid rain
B)Air pollution
C)Energy production
D)Greenwashing
E)Ecosystems

Accepted Answer

The major environmental concerns listed in the question include Acid rain, Air pollution, Energy production, and Ecosystems. The only option not included is Greenwashing, which refers to misleading marketing claims about a company or product's environmental performance.

Quiz 14: The Environment and Business Responsibilities

Hendry formulated eight propositions to explain how ENGOs target particular organizations.These propositions include all of the following,except:

Corporations should engage in a dialogue with government agencies for all of the following reasons,except:

The Village Union University is expanding.The population of the surrounding city is growing as more and more people are attracted to employment opportunities at the university.Village Union,if adopting an ecosystem perspective,would focus on all of the following,except:

Climate change,according to the textbook,is:

Phoebe is concerned that her company will be sued if they continue to exceed their quota,or allowed limit,in the fishery.This concern represents the__________ response to environmental concerns.

The 4 Rs of Recycling include all the following,except:

Luis' company is about to launch a new product line of environmentally friendly cleaning products.It is hoping that this product line will offset the risks associated with the acquisition of a small,but debt-laden company in the last quarter.The new product line is an example of:

Considerable attention has been focused on the pollution of the Halifax Harbour.New regulations controlling waste management,through recycling,is one element of the comprehensive renewal strategy.This is an example of:

An environmental assessment document usually does not contain a(n) :

ABC Corporation has spent a significant portion of its marketing budget redesigning the corporate logo to incorporate images from nature.The corporation,however,has not spent any money on enhancing its environmental strategy or practice.Pollution Probe,an NGO,accuses ABC Corporation of:

PDF Corporation has exceeded its targets for carbon reduction.ABC Corporation cannot meet its targets,so it is possible for ABC to purchase all of the following credits from PDF Corporation,except:

A resource used as though it belongs to all is referred to as a:

Oil and gas exploration has considerable economic and environmental impact."We must balance development today to ensure that there are resources available for future generations," argues a stakeholder.This statement is most consistent with the principle of:

Waste management is the concern of which functional area of business?

Enrique is encouraging his company to adopt an approach to environmentalism that would see financial returns balanced with environmental and stakeholder concerns.This approach is best characterized as:

The set of values or principles that govern a corporation's practices relating to the environment is referred to as:

The major environmental concerns include all of the following,except: