Summing Up Social Responsibility (Scenario)

question 46

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.
-Mansur's support of using the new product is an indication that he probably___________ .

• A) has a strong ego strength
• B) is using the socioeconomic view of social responsibility
• C) has a weak ego strength
• D) supports the greening of the organization's profits

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Definitions:

Business Organization

A legally recognized entity established to conduct commercial activities, ranging from sole proprietorships to corporations.

Advantage

The condition of being in a favorable or superior position relative to competitors or alternatives.

Treasury Stock

Shares initially part of the company's outstanding shares that have been repurchased by the company.

Par Value

Par value is the nominal or face value of a bond, share of stock, or a coupon as stated by the issuer.