Which of the Following Is Not a Consequence of Ethical

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a consequence of ethical misconduct?

• A)Decreased reputation
• B)Shaken customer loyalty
• C)Reduced investor confidence
• D)Increased sales
• E)Legal actions by wronged parties

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Definitions:

Asset Purchase

The acquisition of assets from a company, such as equipment, inventory, or intellectual property, as opposed to buying the company's stock or shares.

In-Kind Purchase

Acquiring goods or services through a direct exchange of other goods or services without the use of money.

Shareholder's Derivative Suit

A lawsuit filed by a shareholder on behalf of a corporation against a third party, often an insider of the corporation, alleging harm to the corporation.

Dividend

A distribution of corporate profits or income ordered by the directors and paid to the shareholders.