There Has Been a Public Outcry About the Ethical Practices

question 208

Multiple Choice

There has been a public outcry about the ethical practices of businesspeople. Public opinion surveys show that only 17 percent of U.S. adults rate the ethical standards of business executives as

• A)outstanding.
• B)above average.
• C)similar to other professions.
• D)typical of businesspeople around the world.
• E)very high or high.

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