The Issue of Ethics in the Reporting of Income and the Payment

question 5

Multiple Choice

The issue of ethics in the reporting of income and the payment of taxes is a considerable one. The authors state that most MNEs operating in foreign countries tend to follow the general principle of:

• A) "when in Rome, do as the Romans do."
• B) full disclosure to the tax authorities.
• C) maintain a competitive playing field by cheating as much as the local competition, no more, no less.
• D) none of the above

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