Which of the Following Factors Does NOT Necessarily Drive Unethical

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors does NOT necessarily drive unethical managerial behavior?

• A) The pervasiveness of immoral and amoral businesspeople
• B) Overzealous pursuit of personal gain,wealth,and other selfish interests
• C) A company culture that puts the profitability and good business performance ahead of ethical behavior
• D) Heavy pressures on company managers to meet or beat earnings targets
• E) Executive compensation independent of company performance

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