An American Company Has Been Working on a Business Deal

question 6

Multiple Choice

An American company has been working on a business deal in a developing nation. This deal will open an entirely new market to the American company,increase stability in the local economy,and provide jobs to thousands of local workers. When the deal reaches the final phases,the local government asks for a sizable bribe from the American company to move forward with the proper permits to continue with the project. Which of the following is the proper analysis of the situation?

• A)Paying bribes violates U.S. laws,so the deal may fall through.
• B)Reciprocity is illegal in most foreign countries but not necessarily in the U.S.
• C)U.S. bribery laws are suspended in foreign countries,so paying the bribe is acceptable.
• D)According to U.S. laws,bribes are equivalent to gift giving,so they are an accepted aspect of conducting business.
• E)The U.S. firm must consult the International Uniform Code of Business to determine the legality of the bribe.

---

Definitions:

Spanish Friars

Religious clergy from Spain who played significant roles in the Christianization and colonization of the Americas.

Pueblo

A term referring to both a group of Native American people in the Southwestern United States known for their unique adobe cliff dwellings and the individual communities or villages themselves.

New Mexico

A state located in the southwestern region of the United States, known for its diverse culture and historical significance as part of the U.S. frontier.

Tekakwitha

Known as Kateri Tekakwitha, she was the first Native American saint canonized by the Catholic Church, recognized for her piety and dedication to the Christian faith despite persecution.