Which of the Following Statements BEST Describes the Importance of Ethical

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements BEST describes the importance of ethical organizational behavior?

• A) Ethics must be taken into consideration in order to maximize profits.
• B) While it may help in the short-term, unethical behavior damages the bottom line.
• C) It can potentially harm or help the well-being of the community.
• D) It is not important if it conflicts with the interests of the organization.

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Definitions:

Tariffs

Taxes imposed on imported goods, often intended to protect domestic industries from foreign competition.

Agricultural Imports

Goods brought into a country that are products of agriculture, such as grains, fruits, and vegetables, which can affect the domestic agricultural market.

Political Logrolling

Engaging in the mutual exchange of support, especially within politics, by voting for each other's legislative proposals.

Special-Interest Effect

The impact upon policy or decision-making driven by a small, motivated group seeking to further their own interests.