Societal Responsibility Refers to

question 130

Multiple Choice

Societal responsibility refers to

• A)the obligation that organizations have to (1)the preservation of the ecological environment and (2)the general public.
• B)the obligation of a firm to price its products or services at a level whereby the consumer is treated fairly and the firm is still able to make a profit.
• C)the view that an organization has an obligation to those who can affect the achievement of its objectives.
• D)the duty of a firm to maximize profits for its owners or stockholders.
• E)the idea that organizations are part of a larger society and are accountable to that society for their actions.

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Definitions:

Cause-And-Effect

A relationship between events where one is the result of the other, often illustrated by a fishbone diagram in quality improvement contexts.

Quality Circles

A group of workers who voluntarily meet together on a regular basis to discuss and solve problems affecting the quality of their work, aiming to improve operations, reduce costs, and foster a more enjoyable work environment.

Group Planning

A collaborative approach to planning and decision-making processes, involving a group of individuals or teams to enhance outcomes and solutions.

Pareto Chart

A statistical tool used in decision making to identify the few critical causes (the "vital few") that are responsible for most effects or problems.