Which of the Following Statements About the Costs and Benefits

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the costs and benefits of unethical behaviour is not true?

• A) The benefits of unethical behaviour are nearly always material
• B) The costs of unethical behaviour are nearly always material
• C) The penalties for unethical behaviour are not imposed in many cases
• D) A cost of unethical behaviour may be the loss of freedom of choice in future decisions about whether to act ethically

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Definitions:

Progressive Tax System

A taxation system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount or income increases, meaning higher-income individuals pay a larger percentage of their income in taxes than lower-income individuals.

Net Taxes

The difference between the total taxes paid to government entities and any transfers or subsidies received, representing the actual tax burden.

Transfer Payments

Payments made by the government to individuals without any expectation of goods or services in return.