Ethical Behavior Occurs When Decisions Enable an Individual or Company

question 148

True/False

Ethical behavior occurs when decisions enable an individual or company to gain at the expense of society.

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Definitions:

Accident

An unforeseen and unplanned event or circumstance, often with negative consequences.

Annual Rate of Return

The percentage gain or loss on an investment over a one-year period, including interest, dividends, and capital gains.

Shares of Stock

Units of ownership interest in a corporation or financial asset, representing a claim on its proportionate share in the corporation's assets and profits.

Dividends

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholder members, distributing a portion of the company's earnings.