Copyrights, Trademarks, and Patents Are Viewed as Intellectual Property

question 339

Multiple Choice

Copyrights, trademarks, and patents are viewed as intellectual property. In the U.S., unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of intellectual property is illegal. Yet in China, copying enjoys a long tradition and does not carry a stigma. For example, copying a masterpiece was historically considered an art form in its own right. The difference between the countries shows that __________ affect(s) the perception of ethical behavior held in each.

• A)business culture
• B)industry practices
• C)corporate culture
• D)corporate expectations
• E)societal culture and norms

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Definitions:

Scanlon Plan

A gain-sharing program that incentivizes employees to improve productivity through rewards that are based on saved labor costs.

Gain-sharing

An incentive scheme that rewards employees for their contributions to a company's productivity improvement by sharing the financial gains.

Goal-sharing Plans

Incentive schemes where organizational objectives are shared with employees, and rewards are offered based on achieving these goals.

Fundamental Ways

Basic or essential methods or approaches that form the foundation of procedures, behaviors, or operations.