Summing Up Social Responsibility (Scenario)

question 12

Multiple Choice

Summing Up Social Responsibility (Scenario)
Maher, director of research and development for National Products Company, has learned that a new material has been developed in his department that appears as though it will work in several products already being manufactured by National Products Company. He has discussed the potential savings with his two assistants, Sawsan and Mansur, and the vice president of product development, Raed. Sawsan has stated her opposition to the use of the new product because its durability and flame retardance have not completed testing and have not been certified by the company's third- party testing laboratory. Mansur argues that the initial tests that their R&D department completed indicate minimal problems with both durability and flame retardance. Raed states that in several meetings he has recently attended, the company president had repeatedly emphasized the need to increase earnings per share. Raed tells Maher that a decision has to be made within the week about the new products use by National Products Company.
-If Maher approves the use of the product because of perceived pressure for the need of increased earnings per share, though it has not been certified, he probably ____________.

• A) has a strong ego strength
• B) has an internal locus of control
• C) is using the socioeconomic view of social responsibility
• D) has an external locus of control

Distinguish among various nonparametric tests and their appropriate applications.

Understand the basic concepts and elements in linear regression, including the predicted score and the regression equation.

Recognize the symbols and terminology used in regression analysis, such as y-intercept, slope, and independent and dependent variables.

Understand the significance of the correlation coefficient in prediction accuracy and its implications.

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Definitions:

Impact

The influence or effect that something has on another thing.

Civil Penalties

Financial charges imposed by a governmental authority for violations of various legal requirements or regulations.

Clean Air Act

A significant United States federal law designed to control air pollution on a national level.

Mobile Sources

Objects or devices that emit pollutants and are capable of moving, such as cars, trucks, buses, and airplanes.