Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Difference Between

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the difference between law and ethics?

• A) Ethics tells us what we must do; law tells us what we should do.
• B) Law tells us what we must do; ethics tells us what we should do.
• C) Law and ethics are interchangeable.
• D) If people act unethically, they have broken the law.
• E) People need not worry about acting legally, as long as they act ethically.

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Definitions:

Written Form

Information or agreements expressed in textual format, often legally binding.

Corporate Culture

The shared values, attitudes, standards, and beliefs that characterize members of an organization and define its nature.

Societal Culture

The shared norms, values, customs, and practices that shape and characterize a society or social group.

Socialization Process

The method through which individuals learn and adopt the norms, values, and behaviors appropriate to their society or social group.