UNIT 11 LESSON 4 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

What is the core principle of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?

• A company operates in ways that harm society and the environment.

• A company is only accountable to its shareholders.

• A company operates in ways that enhance society and the environment.

• A company should focus solely on economic impact.

Which of the following is NOT an aspect of society that companies impact by practicing CSR?

• Economic

• Legal

• Ethical

• Entertainment

What can CSR involve for companies besides being conscious of their impact on society?

• Reducing employee salaries

• Ignoring environmental regulations

• Participating in charitable activities such as sponsorship and donations

• Focusing only on profit maximization

Which of the following is NOT listed as a principle that a large corporate construction company should develop as part of its social responsibilities?

• Efficiency

• Transparency

• Integrity

• Inclusiveness

What is the main reason a large corporate construction company needs to develop social responsibilities according to the text?

• To comply with legal requirements

• To reduce construction costs

• To affect the relationship with the public

• To increase employee satisfaction

A socially responsible company must be accountable to which of the following?

• Only to its customers

• Only to its employees

• Itself and its shareholders

• Only to the government

How can businesses act responsibly on a global scale?

• By avoiding taxes

• By supporting fair trade and making responsible purchases

• By outsourcing jobs to other countries

• By focusing solely on profit maximization

Which of the following is a way businesses can support the economic development of the local region?

• Ignoring local suppliers

• Investing in overseas markets only

• Supporting the local economy by employing local employees

• Avoiding any form of investment in the local area

Which of the following is considered an economic responsibility of a business to its employees?

• Free transportation for all employees

• Fair pay

• Unlimited vacation days

• Public recognition in media

What might a business provide to employees as a reward for long service?

• Additional holidays

• Company shares

• Free gym membership

• Flexible working hours