Which of the Following Principles Are Not Consistent with the Behavioral

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following principles are not consistent with the behavioral standards advocated by the United Nations' Global Compact

• A) businesses should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining.
• B) businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
• C) businesses should work against all forms of corruption, including bribery and extortion.
• D) businesses should comply with their legal duty to act in the best interests of their shareholders and maximize profitability.

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Definitions:

Market Rate

The prevailing interest rate available in the marketplace on investments or loans, determined by supply and demand forces.

Annual Dividend

A distribution of profits to shareholders by a corporation, typically done annually.

Growth of Dividend

The increase in the amount of dividend payments issued by a company over time, reflecting its growing profitability and cash flow.

Cumulative Voting

A voting system that allows shareholders to concentrate all their votes on a single candidate for the board of directors.