Ethical Issues That May Arise in Projects Large and Small

question 9

Multiple Choice

Ethical issues that may arise in projects large and small include:

• A) gifts from contractors.
• B) exaggerated expense reports.
• C) compromised quality standards to meet bonuses or avoid penalties related to schedules.
• D) pressure to mask delays with false status reports.
• E) all of the these.

Develop the ability to logically deduce probabilities using complementary events.

Understand probability distributions and their applications.

Understand the distinction between active and passive listening.

Identify and explain the components of effective communication channels.

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Definitions:

Strong Form

In market efficiency theory, the strong form suggests that all information, both public and private, is reflected in stock prices.

Inside Information

Insider information refers to material information about a company that has not been made public and that could influence an investor's decision to buy or sell the stock.

Corporate Earnings

The profit a company generates during a specific period after accounting for all expenses, taxes, and costs, which can influence its stock price.

Dividend Announcement

A public statement by a company indicating its intention to distribute earnings to shareholders in the form of dividends.