In the Context of the Three Ethical Climates, Identify a True

question 24

Multiple Choice

In the context of the three ethical climates, identify a true statement about the profit-maximizing climate.

• A) It reflects conventional morality.
• B) An organization's focus is on self-gain and avoidance of punishment.
• C) It reflects the most advanced level of moral development.
• D) An organization behaves to conform to the expectations of others and to satisfy higher authorities.

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Definitions:

Commerce Regulation

Laws and policies designed to control and oversee business practices, trade, and economic transactions for fairness, safety, and consistency.

East India Company

A British trading company formed in 1600 that played a major role in the colonization of India, influencing trade and politics in Asia.

Indian Ocean

The third largest of the world's oceanic divisions, bounded by Africa to the west, Asia to the north, Australia to the east, and the Southern Ocean to the south.

Piracy

The act of robbery or criminal violence at sea, often involving the theft of cargo or entire vessels.