The Spill of Cyanide into the Tisza and Danube Rivers

question 85

Multiple Choice

The spill of cyanide into the Tisza and Danube Rivers in 2000 could have been prevented if

• A) the computer systems monitoring the cyanide volume had not crashed
• B) fewer people had withdrawn water from the rivers so the overall flow rate was lower
• C) an earthquake warning system had been in place to warn dam managers of the impending quake that broke the dam
• D) the mining company had installed a stronger containment dam and a backup settling pond to prevent leakage
• E) a newer, more technologically sound settling pond had been in place

Understand the legal and sociological definition of crime in Canada.

Recognize the focus and implications of specific Canadian laws regarding prostitution and property crimes.

Comprehend the purpose and insights provided by victimization surveys.

Differentiate between the severity of crimes as identified by the Canadian Criminal Code.

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Definitions:

Controlling Information

The management practice of regulating and determining the flow, access, and accuracy of information within an organization.

Impression Management

The process through which individuals attempt to control the perceptions or impressions others form of them, especially in social and organizational contexts.

Falsify Information

Deliberately altering or creating false data or details.

Persuasive Communication

The skill of using language and other rhetorical means to influence or convince others about a particular idea, belief, or action.