For a Code of Ethics to Encourage Ethical Decision Making

question 88

Multiple Choice

For a code of ethics to encourage ethical decision making and behavior in a company, _____.

• A) it must be communicated only inside the company
• B) it should revolve around legal factors and not organizational goals and mission
• C) the management must ensure that the code does not include customers' and shareholders' interests
• D) the management must develop practical ethical standards and procedures specific to the company's line of business

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Definitions:

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Q Sort Technique

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