Hisaoki Picks Up the Local Newspaper and Reads a Stinging

question 128

Multiple Choice

Hisaoki picks up the local newspaper and reads a stinging letter to the editor criticizing his beverage company for supporting a sporting event for children with disabilities.The letter writer is critical of a banner displayed at the event with the logos of alcoholic beverages and Hisaoki's company name.Hisaoki never considered that this problem might arise.Hisaoki's company failed to

• A) identify issues.
• B) promote the firm's corporate social responsibility efforts.
• C) analyze the needs of the industry.
• D) brainstorm and evaluate alternatives.
• E) choose a course of action.

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