The Communications Decency Act

question 4

Multiple Choice

The Communications Decency Act

• A) made it illegal to make "indecent" sexual material on the Internet accessible to those under age 18.
• B) made it illegal to broadcast explicit sexual and excretory references between 6 A.M. and 10 P.M. on the radio and on television.
• C) imposed a tax on all websites containing obscene material.
• D) required that individuals be given the opportunity to respond to personal attacks broadcast on radio and television.

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Definitions:

Proprietorship

A business entity owned and operated by a single individual, with no distinction between the business and the owner.

Personal Liability

The responsibility of individuals to repay debt or fulfill obligations from their own assets, distinct from corporate or shared liabilities.

Limited Liability

A legal structure where a company's owners are protected from personal responsibility for its debts or liabilities beyond their investment in the company.

Stakeholder Theory

A concept in organizational management and business ethics that emphasizes the importance of considering the interests of all parties affected by business activities, not just shareholders.