Question 1

All of the following are forms of corruption, EXCEPT
A) bribery
B) stealing
C) fraud
D) graft

Accepted Answer

Stealing is illegal but is not viewed as a form of corruption.

Question 2

The following definition by Black's Law Dictionary describes which one of the following choices? "A vicious and fraudulent intention to evade the prohibitions of the law. The act of an official or fiduciary person who unlawfully and wrongfully uses [their] station or character to procure some benefit for [themselves] or for another person, contrary to duty and the rights of others."
A) bribery
B) corruption
C) fraud
D) graft

Accepted Answer

The definition is how Black's Law Dictionary describes corruption.

Question 3

Fraud is viewed as a kind of deception. Which one of the following choices best describes this?
A) intentional
B) unintentional
C) negligent
D) passive

Accepted Answer

Fraud is when a person intentionally lies or is deceitful.

Question 4

Graft is corruption involving who?
A) celebrities
B) the wealthy
C) public officials
D) white-collar workers

Accepted Answer

Graft is when public officials use public money that is acquired unlawfully.

Question 5

Bribery is illegal and unethical. Those who are bribed are best described by which one of the following choices?
A) they are willing participants in the act
B) they have nothing to lose
C) they will likely face jail time
D) they are usually influenced to act differently than they ordinarily would

Accepted Answer

While those who are bribed may face jail time due to the nature of the bribery, that is not always the case. Being bribed may cause people to act in a way they normally would not, which might include breaking the law.

Question 6

People might be bribed to avoid having information released to the public or to police. This may cause those being bribed to do which one of the following choices?
A) act in unethical and illegal ways
B) pay money to keep the information secret
C) face jail time if the information is released
D) claim that the information is untrue

Accepted Answer

People are bribed for different reasons, and some of those reasons may be to keep illegal actions or information under wraps. Those being bribed may pay, act unethically or illegally, and/or face jail time if the information is released.

Question 7

A government official works in importing and exporting and is responsible for ensuring certain materials do not enter the country, but they accept a significant amount of money to look the other way when an illegal item comes through the port. Which one of the following choices best describes their crime?
A) corruption
B) bribery
C) graft
D) fraud

Accepted Answer

Accepting money in order to act in a way that is not typical is bribery.

Question 8

All ______ is corruption, but not all corruption is defined as which term?
A) bribery; illegal
B) graft; unethical
C) bribery; bribery
D) fraud; intentional

Accepted Answer

Bribery, graft, and fraud are all forms of corruption, but not all corruption is a form of bribery.

Question 9

Which one of the following choices is the best way to complete this phrase? Corruption is normal and acceptable behavior
A) for large corporations since it's how they do business
B) in some countries where the ethical norms are different
C) for government officials as they are immune from legal repercussions
D) when money is not involved

Accepted Answer

In some countries, corruption is a normal part of doing business. It is not viewed as unethical and it might not be illegal. If it is illegal, it might not be viewed as an offense that requires a harsh penalty.

Question 10

Corruption doesn't hurt anyone except those who are involved directly in the act or exchange.
A) This is true because only the individuals involved could face jail time.
B) This is true because it can hurt a business's reputation if an employee acts in a corrupt manner and no one else will be impacted.
C) This is false because corruption can have an impact on those indirectly involved, such as the community, suppliers, employees, and the economy.
D) This is false because those involved made sure to not implicate anyone else in the act or exchange.

Accepted Answer

When corruption occurs, it can affect society and people indirectly. Competition, the economy, family members, and the like can all have a negative outcome due to corruption by individuals and businesses.

Question 11

What is one thing that businesses can do to help reduce corruption among employees?
A) Create a policy that forbids corruption and states consequences of such behavior.
B) Hire executives who have influence over others.
C) Hire full-time law enforcement to be on-site and have an authoritative presence.
D) Perform background checks on all employees and monitor their Internet usage.

Accepted Answer

While all the choices could be considered, the best and most ethical and reasonable option is to create a company policy against corruption.

Question 12

A state representative is fundraising for their next term. The state representative and the founder of an organization agree that legislation will be passed in return for the organization's contribution to the state representative's fundraiser. Which one of the following choices best describes this scenario?
A) bribery
B) fraud
C) donation
D) graft

Accepted Answer

While this includes a public official, it does not directly relate to public funds. Since the payment is likely to be reported, it's not quite fraud. However, this is a form of bribery where both parties are getting something they want.

Question 13

Corruption only happens in undeveloped countries.
A) This statement is correct because undeveloped countries have fewer laws that are enforced.
B) This statement is correct because undeveloped countries are less educated.
C) This statement is incorrect because corruption can happen in any country.
D) This statement is incorrect because undeveloped countries still have ethical norms they follow.

Accepted Answer

Corruption can happen in any country. It is not limited to undeveloped countries, even though there may be less enforcement of such acts.

Question 14

A public organization has hired workers who are not legally allowed to work in the United States. Because of this, the workers are paid less than minimum wage and are also paid under the table, meaning no taxes are paid. Which one of the following choices best describes this scenario?
A) corruption
B) graft
C) bribery
D) fraud

Accepted Answer

The company is fraudulently reporting their taxes and wages being paid to employees due to several not being on the books.

Question 15

A subcontractor has a friend who awards bids for road maintenance in a large city. The subcontractor seems to always win the bid by being just below the other bids. It is suspected that the subcontractor and the friend are working together, and it is speculated that money is being exchanged. If money is being exchanged, what does that mean?
A) This is a form of bribery.
B) This is just how business is done.
C) This is a form of graft.
D) This is an example of a subcontractor doing outstanding work.

Accepted Answer

The work being awarded is paid for with public funds, so this is an example of graft, not bribery.

Question 16

Which one of the following choices best describes a situation in which someone lies about their abilities and skill to get a job?
A) corruption
B) fraud
C) graft
D) bribery

Accepted Answer

The lies are intentional and the hiring employers were misled based on untrue information, so the person presented themselves fraudulently.

Question 17

Which one of the following choices best describes a situation where someone does something in exchange for something else that is similar in value or meaning?
A) reciprocity
B) bartering
C) bribery
D) friendship

Accepted Answer

Reciprocity is returning like for like in social behaviors.

Question 18

Quid pro quo is a type of reciprocity often associated with what workplace practice?
A) money
B) sexual harassment
C) promotion
D) favors

Accepted Answer

Quid pro quo is most often associated with some type of sexual harassment in the workplace.

Question 19

When someone offers a gift without wanting anything in exchange, they are practicing what type of behavior?
A) quid pro quo
B) bribery
C) reciprocity
D) affection

Accepted Answer

When someone gives a gift and expects nothing in return, they are showing affection and not acting in an ethically questionably manner.

Question 20

Which one of the following choices best describes how a gift becomes a bribe?
A) The gift is expensive.
B) The gift giver expects something in return.
C) A gift is personalized for a specific person.
D) The gift is given in front of a group of people.

Accepted Answer

When something is expected in return for receiving the gift, it becomes a bribe.

Quiz 10: Bribery and Corruption

All of the following are forms of corruption, EXCEPT

Fraud is viewed as a kind of deception. Which one of the following choices best describes this?

Graft is corruption involving who?

Bribery is illegal and unethical. Those who are bribed are best described by which one of the following choices?

People might be bribed to avoid having information released to the public or to police. This may cause those being bribed to do which one of the following choices?

All ______ is corruption, but not all corruption is defined as which term?

Which one of the following choices is the best way to complete this phrase? Corruption is normal and acceptable behavior

Corruption doesn't hurt anyone except those who are involved directly in the act or exchange.

What is one thing that businesses can do to help reduce corruption among employees?

Corruption only happens in undeveloped countries.

A public organization has hired workers who are not legally allowed to work in the United States. Because of this, the workers are paid less than minimum wage and are also paid under the table, meaning no taxes are paid. Which one of the following choices best describes this scenario?

Which one of the following choices best describes a situation in which someone lies about their abilities and skill to get a job?

Which one of the following choices best describes a situation where someone does something in exchange for something else that is similar in value or meaning?

Quid pro quo is a type of reciprocity often associated with what workplace practice?

When someone offers a gift without wanting anything in exchange, they are practicing what type of behavior?

Which one of the following choices best describes how a gift becomes a bribe?