Which of the Following Is an Assumption Underlying the Consensus

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an assumption underlying the consensus perspective?

• A) few people share similar values
• B) morality is universal
• C) the law represents a diffusion of societal values
• D) criminal law reflects the interests of powerful groups that create and enforce laws

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Definitions:

Cumulative Dividends

Dividends on preferred shares that accumulate and must be paid out before any dividends can be distributed to common shareholders.

Consolidated Cost

The total cost that combines figures from various subsidiaries of a parent company into one aggregated total.

Unrealized Inventory Profits

Profits that result from internal sales within a company or conglomerate but have not been realized through sales to external parties.

Significant Influence

A level of control that an investor has over a business entity, typically through ownership of a significant but not majority share of voting stock.