Which of the Following Is FALSE as It Concerns the Merits

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is FALSE as it concerns the merits of why acting in a socially responsible manner is good business?

• A) The higher the public profile of a company or brand, the greater the scrutiny of its activities and the higher the potential for it to become a target for pressure group action.
• B) Acting in a socially responsible manner nearly always results in higher profits and a higher stock price for shareholders.
• C) To the extent that a company's socially responsible behavior wins applause from consumers and fortifies its reputation, a company may win additional patronage.
• D) Some employees feel better about working for a company committed to improving society-a condition that can contribute to lower turnover and better worker productivity.
• E) Companies with deservedly good reputations for contributing time and money to the betterment of society are better able to attract and retain employees compared to companies with tarnished reputations.

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