In the Context of Creating and Maintaining an Ethical Organization

question 24

Multiple Choice

In the context of creating and maintaining an ethical organization, Robert Lane, former CEO of Deere, a highly performing, highly ethical corporation, declares that to establish an ethical culture, _____.

• A) ethical words must be backed up with documented practices, processes, and procedures, all understood around the globe
• B) top-level managers must always perform legal actions, even if they are unethical
• C) employees should be allowed to choose the kind of moral and ethical principles that they wish to follow
• D) the code of ethics should not apply to outside parties such as suppliers, distributors, and customers of the organization

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Definitions:

Biological

Pertaining to the science of life or living organisms and their processes.

Traumatic Secret

Information related to a distressing or disturbing experience that is concealed by an individual, often leading to psychological strain.

Mental Health

A state of well-being in which an individual realizes their own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively, and is able to make contributions to their community.

Professional Counselor

A licensed individual trained to provide psychological therapy and advice to individuals or groups.