Which of the following statements is false?
A) If an ethical or social responsibility issue can withstand open discussion that results in agreement or limited debate, an acceptable solution may exist.
B) A company that supports both socially responsible decisions and adheres to a code of conduct is likely to have a positive impact on society.
C) If other persons in the organization approve of an activity and it is legal and customary within the industry, chances are that the activity is acceptable from both an ethical and social responsibility perspective.
D) Social responsibility and marketing ethics are interrelated.
E) Social responsibility and marketing ethics are the same thing and can be used interchangeably.

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The statement that social responsibility and marketing ethics are the same thing and can be used interchangeably is false. Social responsibility refers to a broader concept of a business's responsibility to contribute to society, while marketing ethics specifically refers to ethical decision making in the context of marketing activities.

Which of the Following Statements Is False