Exploring Business Ethics Quiz

Which of the following best describes Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?

• A company’s responsibility to maximise profits for shareholders only

• A company’s responsibility to act ethically and contribute positively to society

• A company’s responsibility to avoid paying taxes

• A company’s responsibility to compete with other businesses at any cost

Which of the following is an example of ethical decision making in business?

• Ignoring safety regulations to save money

• Lying to customers about product quality

• Choosing to use environmentally friendly materials, even if they cost more

• Paying workers less than the minimum wage

What does sustainability in business mainly focus on?

• Making as much profit as possible in the shortest time

• Ensuring the business can continue operating without harming the environment or society

• Reducing the number of employees to save money

• Increasing the use of non-renewable resources

Which of the following is considered good workplace ethics?

• Taking credit for someone else’s work

• Arriving late to work regularly

• Treating colleagues with respect and honesty

• Ignoring company policies

A company donates 10% of its annual profits to local charities. This is an example of:

• Workplace misconduct

• Corporate Social Responsibility

• Insider trading

• Tax evasion

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of ethical behaviour in business?

• Improved reputation

• Increased trust from customers

• Higher risk of legal trouble

• Better employee morale

What is the main aim of a company adopting sustainable practices?

• To use up as many resources as possible

• To ensure long-term success while protecting the environment

• To avoid paying employees fairly

• To increase pollution

Which of the following actions would be considered unethical in the workplace?

• Reporting a safety hazard to your manager

• Bullying a colleague

• Following the company’s code of conduct

• Helping a new employee learn their job

A business decides to reduce its carbon footprint by switching to renewable energy sources. This is an example of:

• Ignoring environmental issues

• Sustainability in business

• Unethical behaviour

• Reducing product quality

Which of the following best describes a code of conduct in the workplace?

• A set of rules about how employees should behave

• A list of products the company sells

• The company’s financial statement

• A marketing strategy