Min-Wae's Company Is Continually Battling Unethical Behavior Among Employees, Which

question 84

Multiple Choice

Min-Wae's company is continually battling unethical behavior among employees, which has grown over the last year. Based on research, which of the following variables is least likely to be a factor in this problem?

• A) The company has a "be a team player" attitude when it comes to unethical behavior.
• B) The company lacks a code of ethics or any officially articulated ethical standards.
• C) The company is undergoing a difficult financial period with rapidly declining profits.
• D) The company is very large, with employee numbers in the tens of thousands.

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