Of the Following Are Reasons for the State of Perceived

question 184

Multiple Choice

of the following are reasons for the state of perceived ethical business conduct EXCEPT:

• A) a growing tendency for business decisions to be judged publicly by groups with different values and interests.
• B) the increased pressure on business people to make decisions in a society with diverse value systems.
• C) an increase in the public's expectations of ethical business behavior.
• D) ethical business conduct may have declined.
• E) businesses are behaving more ethically during these difficult economic times.

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Definitions:

Public Relations

The strategic communication process that builds mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their publics.

Adverse Publicity

Negative media coverage or public attention that can potentially harm an organization's reputation or financial standing.

Advocacy

The act of publicly supporting or recommending a particular cause or policy.

Lorillard Tobacco Co.

An American tobacco company known historically for producing cigarettes and other tobacco products.