Which of the Following Is NOT a Likely Consequence of Unethical

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a likely consequence of unethical behaviour within a profession?

• A) Other professionals will overlook the occasional lapses in ethics and continue to conduct business or research with the same level of trust.
• B) Trust within the profession will be eroded, which makes the profession less adaptable, flexible, and efficient.
• C) Professionals in the field won't be able to trust the opinions, ideas, and suggestions of other professionals.
• D) The public cannot be certain that a product works as advertised or that public monies were spent on the best product, design, or bidder.

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Definitions:

Shareholder's Derivative Suit

A legal action brought by a shareholder on behalf of a corporation to enforce the corporation's rights when the corporation's management fails to do so.

Cumulative Voting

A voting system in corporate elections that allows shareholders to concentrate all their votes on one candidate for the board of directors.

Illegal Dumping

The improper disposal of waste at a non-approved location.

Duty of Loyalty

is an ethical and legal obligation requiring individuals, often corporate directors or employees, to act in the best interest of their company or employer, avoiding conflicts of interest.