Which of the Following Examples Illustrates an Effort Toward Building

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples illustrates an effort toward building a socially responsible and ethical organization?

• A) Rodger, a senior executive in a company, uses the company car allotted to him for personal purposes claiming that he is eligible to do so because of his position.
• B) Drive Inc., a tire manufacturing company, uses solar panels to generate electricity for running the equipment in its inspection and packaging division.
• C) White Inc., a large pharmaceutical company, fires those employees who protest against unethical actions and report wrongdoings to government authorities.
• D) Dave, a team manager, often justifies his unethical actions by stating that he did so for the benefit of the team and nobody stopped or questioned him.

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Definitions:

Autonomy

The degree of freedom and independence an individual has in making decisions or performing tasks.

Integration

The process of combining parts into a whole, or incorporating individuals into a larger group or system.

Ambidextrous Organization

An organization that is capable of exploiting its current operations while simultaneously exploring new opportunities, effectively managing both stability and change.

Exploiting

Making use of a resource or situation, often in a way that is considered unfair or unethical, to gain an advantage.