Question 1

Many people rationalize unethical acts at work because they _____.

Accepted Answer

Feeling pressure to meet performance goals is a common reason why people may rationalize unethical behavior at work. This pressure can come from supervisors, colleagues, or even the individual's own desire to succeed.

Question 2

Brianna focuses on her duty to family and work and bases her actions on the expectations of various groups in her life. Brianna is in _____ stage of ethical development.

Accepted Answer

In the conventional stage of ethical development, individuals focus on meeting the expectations of the various social groups in their lives, such as family and work organizations. Brianna's actions are based on these expectations, indicating that she is in the conventional stage. The preconventional stage is focused on self-interest, while the postconventional stage focuses on individual principles and values. The traditional stage is not a recognized stage of ethical development.

Question 3

Technology has _____ ethical issues.

Accepted Answer

Technology has expanded the range of ethical issues by introducing new types of ethical dilemmas such as data privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.

Question 4

Hemi is a reckless driver and always jumps the red light in the absence of any patrol officers, but he refrains from speeding on highways as he is fearful of paying up hefty fines to patrol officers. Hemi is most likely to be in the _____ stage of ethical development.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Hemi is a reckless driver and always...

Question 5

If an individual follows personal principles for resolving ethical dilemmas and considers personal, group, and societal interests, he or she is at the _____ stage of ethical development.

Accepted Answer

The postconventional stage of ethical development involves the individual considering personal principles for resolving ethical dilemmas and weighing personal, group, and societal interests. This is the highest level of ethical development and requires a strong sense of individuality and independence in making ethical decisions.

Question 6

How should a businessperson deal with a conflict of interest?

Accepted Answer

The best way to deal with a conflict of interest is to either disclose it to relevant parties or avoid it altogether. Ignoring it can lead to ethical violations and negative consequences for the individual and the company. Reporting it only to close friends is not appropriate or effective in addressing the issue. Sending an email to a superior may be necessary in some cases, but disclosing or avoiding the conflict should be the first step.

Question 7

Manelin avoids using his office computer for personal use, even though his company does not have a specific policy forbidding it. Manelin is at the _____ stage of ethical development.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Manelin avoids using his office computer for...

Question 8

Which of the following is not an example of unethical or illegal acts in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Whistle-blowing is not considered unethical or illegal in the workplace. In fact, it can be a positive act if it involves reporting illegal or unethical behavior within a company to the appropriate authorities or individuals. Misreporting time on the job, internet abuse, and safety violations are considered unethical or illegal acts in the workplace.

Question 9

Alezae does not make personal long-distance phone calls at work because it will cost her employer money. Alezae is in the _____ stage of ethical developement.

Accepted Answer

Alezae is in the conventional stage of ethical development, where individuals conform to societal norms and rules to maintain order and gain approval from others. She avoids making personal calls at work to adhere to workplace rules and expectations.

Question 10

_____ are responsible for conducting employee training programs that help spot potential fraud and abuse within a firm.

Accepted Answer

Ethics compliance officers are specifically responsible for ensuring ethical behavior and compliance with laws and regulations within a firm. Part of their role may involve conducting employee training programs to identify and prevent fraud and abuse. Department supervisors and human resource managers may also play a role in employee training but are not necessarily focused on fraud prevention. Social behaviorists may provide insight into human behavior, but are not typically responsible for conducting training programs in a business setting.

Question 11

Individuals who focus only on their own interests when making decisions are at the _____ stage of ethical development.

Accepted Answer

The preconventional stage of ethical development is characterized by a focus on self-interest and obedience to authority. Individuals in this stage may make decisions based on what benefits them personally, without consideration for others or the larger societal context.

Question 12

Which of the following is not a factor in determining an individual's ethical development?

Accepted Answer

Factors that influence an individual's ethical development include experiences, religion, and culture. Social audit is a tool used by organizations to assess and evaluate their social and environmental impact, but it is not directly related to an individual's ethical development.

Question 13

Arwan decides not to cheat on his exam because he fears he will be caught and receive no credit if he is caught. Arwan is in the _____ stage of his ethical development.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Arwan decides not to cheat on his...

Question 14

External auditors are examining Benito's company's financial records. Benito knows there may be an error and will tell them about it but only if they ask. They do not ask. In this scenario, Benito's _____ is most likely to be questioned.

Accepted Answer

Benito's integrity may be questioned as he knows there may be an error but is not proactive in disclosing it to the auditors. As a result, his actions suggest a lack of honesty and transparency, which undermines his integrity.

Question 15

Which of the following is not a minimum requirement for ethics compliance programs?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Question 16

Glafira is an investment advisor and wants to recommend a stock she happens to own. How should Glafira best deal with this potential conflict of interest?

Accepted Answer

Glafira should disclose the fact that she owns the stock while making the recommendation to her client. This allows the client to be aware of the potential conflict of interest and make an informed decision. Glafira should also ensure that any recommendation she makes is based solely on the merits of the stock and not influenced by her ownership of it.

Question 17

Jeffrey Wigand, a former executive of Brown & Williamson who exposed his company's practice of intentionally manipulating the effect of nicotine in cigarettes on the CBS news program 60 Minutes, had moved beyond self-interest and company duty to which stage of individual ethics?

Accepted Answer

Postconventional ethics involves moving beyond one's own self-interest and company duty to consider the greater good and universal ethical principles. Jeffrey Wigand's decision to expose Brown & Williamson's unethical practices on national television demonstrated a commitment to the principle of honesty and the greater good, indicating a postconventional stage of ethics.

Question 18

Branka is a diabetes educator at a local clinic. Recently, she was offered a lavish trip by a sales representative who has been pushing the clinic to use his company's diabetes supplies. Branka declined the gift. Which ethical challenge did she face?

Accepted Answer

Branka faced a conflict of interest ethical challenge as she was offered a gift by a sales representative who has been pushing the clinic to use his company's diabetes supplies. By declining the gift, she ensured that her decision-making was not influenced by personal gain or outside interests.

Question 19

Aimon makes a point of turning off the lights in his office when he is not using it because it saves his company money and saves energy for the environment. Aimon is in the _____ stage of ethical development.

Accepted Answer

Aimon's actions reflect a concern for the environment and social responsibility, which are characteristics of postconventional ethical development. Preconventional is focused on self-interest and avoiding punishment, while conventional is concerned with societal norms and approval. Traditional is not a recognized stage of ethical development.

Question 20

When an individual moves beyond his or her own needs and desires and takes the needs of society into consideration when making decisions, in which stage of ethical development is this individual?

Accepted Answer

This individual is in the postconventional stage of ethical development, where they are able to consider the needs and values of society as a whole and prioritize them over their own individual needs and desires.

Quiz 2: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility