The Federal Sentencing Guidelines for Organizations Set the Tone for Organizational

question 13

Multiple Choice

The Federal Sentencing Guidelines for Organizations set the tone for organizational ethics compliance programs by

• A)codifying into law incentives for organizations to take action such as developing ethical compliance programs to prevent misconduct.
• B)forcing all organizations to develop mandatory reporting systems.
• C)eliminating most of the federal legislation that created inefficient and time-consuming activities for businesses.
• D)providing a study of moral philosophies.
• E)providing an examination of company codes of ethics.

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Definitions:

Quebec Acts

A series of laws enacted by the British Parliament in 1774 meant to provide a framework for governance in the Province of Quebec, affecting the North American colonies and contributing to the American Revolution.

Patriots' Perception

The viewpoint or mindset of individuals who strongly support their country and are prepared to defend it against enemies or detractors, often related to historical contexts such as the American Revolution.

Tea Act

Legislation passed by the British Parliament in 1773, aimed at bailing out the struggling East India Company by granting it a monopoly on the American tea trade.

British East India Company

A historical English company formed for the exploitation of trade with East and Southeast Asia and India, incorporated by royal charter in 1600.