Which of the Following Is True in Regards to Ethics

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true in regards to ethics and public relations?

• A) Public relations has a reputation of unethical behavior.
• B) Public relations is often the source of ethical statements from an organization.
• C) Practitioners have struggled to create a suitable code of ethics for themselves.
• D) Practitioners should act as ethical ombudsman for the publics they serve.
• E) All of these

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Definitions:

Ownership

The legal right or title to possess, use, control, and dispose of an asset, property, or resource, recognized by law.

Purchasing

The process of sourcing and acquiring goods and services needed by an organization or individual.

Valid Gift

A legal principle referring to a voluntarily transfer of property or a right from one individual to another, without any consideration or payment.

Consideration

The value (which can be in the form of goods, services, money, or a promise) exchanged between parties in a contract, making the agreement legally binding.