The Problem with Looking to "Values That Find Wide Acceptance

question 35

Multiple Choice

The problem with looking to "values that find wide acceptance" as a guide to ethical corporate behavior is that:

• A)modern life holds a diversity of conflicting ethical views.
• B)most widely-accepted values are uninformed.
• C)companies will always look to profit maximization over anything else.
• D)in today's global world,culture has no effect on the ethical attitudes of business managers.

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Definitions:

Homeostasis

The self-regulating process by which biological systems maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.

Reproductive Success

The passing of genes onto the next generation in a way that they too can pass on those genes.

Goal-directed Behaviour

Actions taken towards achieving specific outcomes or objectives.

Motivation

The set of psychological forces that compel individuals to take action towards achieving their goals.