Those who are opposed to strong efforts toward CSR would use which of the following arguments?
A)"Green taxes" simply force firms to pay real costs that they otherwise place on others.
B)CSR externalizes an internality.
C) Tough environmental regulation leads to higher costs and reduced competitiveness.
D) Stringent environmental regulation will motivate firms to innovate.

Question

Those who are opposed to strong efforts toward CSR would use which of the following arguments?
A)​"Green taxes" simply force firms to pay real costs that they otherwise place on others.
B)​CSR externalizes an internality.
C) ​Tough environmental regulation leads to higher costs and reduced competitiveness.
D) ​Stringent environmental regulation will motivate firms to innovate.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Opponents of CSR often argue that implementing strong environmental regulations or corporate social responsibility initiatives can lead to increased costs for businesses, which could in turn reduce their competitiveness. They may also argue that these efforts are unnecessary, as market forces and innovation will eventually lead to better environmental outcomes without government intervention. This view is often associated with free-market or conservative economic ideologies. Choice C reflects this argument. Choices A, B, and D are not indicative of an argument against CSR.

Those Who Are Opposed to Strong Efforts Toward CSR Would