When Tobacco Companies Sought to Hide Evidence That Cigarette Smoking

question 84

Multiple Choice

When tobacco companies sought to hide evidence that cigarette smoking causes lung cancer, they were exhibiting a(n) ________ approach to social responsibility.

• A)accommodative
• B)proactive
• C)defensive
• D)obstructionist
• E)offensive

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