Business Ethics Unit 1 Test

Jordan always says "please" and "thank you". He demonstrates:

• trust.

• respect.

• integrity.

• rule of law.

What is one benefit of following ethical principles?

• They are restrictive.

• They simplify your decision-making process

• They eliminate the need for decisions

• They change oftern.

Which question should one ask himself/herself to determine whether one is facing a true ethical dilemma?

• Is there money at stake?

• Could someone be hurt by the actions?

• Does the action make me look good to others?

• Is my choice based on the most popular option?

Gina is not breaking any laws, but her behavior still is unethical. How is this possible?

• Because ethical means doing what is easiest.

• Because doing what is legal can also be considered unethical.

• Because doing what is easiest is sometimes what is considered unethical.

• Because the ethical thing to do is always what a group or majority is doing.

Jacob acts with honesty in all situations. He is demonstrating:

• accountability.

• integrity.

• respect.

• viability.

Which is a way to show transparency?

• ABC Company makes sure its employees are taken care of.

• ABC Company ensures that all its products are biodegradable.

• ABC Company listens to multiple opinions before making a decision.

• ABC Company is always upfront about the financial situation of the company.

Susan looks up to her new boss and tries to learn from her behavior as much as possible. However, Susan knows that some of her boss's actions are unethical. Susan is uncertain whether she should follow her boss's example. Which ethical dilemma is Susan facing?

• greed

• a bad role model

• pressure from others

• the desire to prove herself

When Hannah considers taking something that belongs to someone else, which ethical principle could help her recognize that she is facing an ethical dilemma?

• accountability

• integrity

• transparency

• viability

Jessica thinks it is OK to steal a few things from work. Which ethical principle would help her realize that the long-term repercussions of her actions could create an ethical dilemma?

• fairness

• growth

• trustworthiness

• viability

Holden’s group gets a low grade on a project because he didn’t complete his share of the work. He owns up to his mistake and apologizes. Holden is demonstrating

• trust

• rule of law

• viability

• accountability