Question 1

The Subaru nameplate is synonymous with the company's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV)engineering.

Accepted Answer

Subaru is known for its Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV) technology.

Question 2

One of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)initiatives by IKEA's primary carpet supplier in India is to provide good working conditions for children working in the India's carpet industry.

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There is no evidence or information to support this statement. In fact, IKEA has been actively working to eliminate child labor in its supply chain and has set stringent standards for its suppliers to comply with.

Question 3

Nike came under fire from critics who alleged poor working conditions in the factories that make the company's athletic shoes. This is an example of the demand for:

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Question 4

Subaru's assembly plant in Indiana is the first "zero landfill" auto plant in the United States.

Accepted Answer

Subaru's assembly plant in Indiana is indeed the first "zero landfill" auto plant in the United States.

Question 5

Despite the fact that Starbucks is widely admired for forward-thinking management policies, Global Exchange allowed the company to further demonstrate its commitment to social responsibility by selling Fair Trade coffee.

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Question 6

The universal concerns for global companies established by the United Nations Global Compact consist of the following three dimensions:

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The three dimensions of universal concerns for global companies established by the United Nations Global Compact are human rights, labor, and the environment. Option A refers to Porter's Diamond model, which is not related to the United Nations Global Compact. Option B and C include animal rights, which is not one of the core concerns of the United Nations Global Compact. Option E includes content domains, which is not a core concern of the United Nations Global Compact.

Question 7

In a socially responsible firm, employees perform all of the following except:

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Developing their own core ideologies is not a necessary aspect of being a socially responsible firm. However, the other options (conducting business ethically, pursuing societal goals, using moral principles, distinguishing between right and wrong) are all integral to being socially responsible.

Question 8

All of the following statements regarding Starbucks are true except:

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The statement that shareholders consider Starbucks' stock to be a risky investment is false. In fact, Starbucks is considered a stable and profitable company with a track record of consistent growth. The other statements are true.

Question 9

A joke among the Japanese says that the only way to escape from the salesperson is to leave the country. Explain this statement highlighting the differences between lean producers and U.S. mass producers.

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Question 10

What are the assumptions about mass production compared to the Toyota Production system?

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Question 11

Being socially responsible is the only the right thing to do; it can distinguish a company from its industry peers.

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Question 12

One of the forces restraining the growth of global business and global marketing is the functioning of globalization.

Accepted Answer

This statement contradicts itself as it states that globalization is both restraining and functioning in the growth of global business and marketing. Therefore, the statement is false.

Question 13

Corporate social responsibility (CSR)refers to a company's obligation to pursue goals and policies that are in a company's best interest.

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Corporate social responsibility (CSR) refers to a company's obligation to pursue goals and policies that benefit society and the environment, even if they may not directly benefit the company's bottom line.

Question 14

Nike came under fire from critics who alleged poor working conditions in the factories that make the company's athletic shoes.

Accepted Answer

Nike has faced criticism and allegations of poor working conditions in the factories that manufacture their products.

Question 15

In developing countries, globalization's opponents accuse companies of placing intellectual property rights ahead of human rights.

Accepted Answer

Globalization's opponents in developing countries argue that companies prioritize their intellectual property rights over the fundamental human rights of the people living in those countries. This is because companies are often more focused on protecting their patents, trademarks, and copyrights, which can restrict access to essential medicines, technologies, and other resources. Critics argue that this focus on intellectual property undermines efforts to promote social justice, reduce poverty, and support sustainable development in these countries.

Question 16

A stakeholder is any group or individual that is affected by, or takes an interest in, the policies and practices adopted by an organization.

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A stakeholder is defined as any group or individual that could affect an organization's or be affected by policies and practices.

Question 17

Lessons that are learned from Starbucks' company's cooperation with NGOs include all of the following except:

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The lessons that are learned from Starbucks' company's cooperation with NGOs include A, B, C, and E, but not D. The cooperation with NGOs is not about appreciating their dependence, but rather about recognizing the mutual benefits of collaboration and building trust and credibility through meaningful partnerships.

Question 18

In developing countries, globalization's opponents accuse companies of:

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The opponents of globalization in developing countries often accuse companies of a range of negative impacts, including undermining local cultures, prioritizing intellectual property rights over human rights, promoting unhealthy diets and unsafe food technologies, and pursuing unsustainable consumption. Therefore, the best choice is E, all of the above.

Question 19

The differences between lean producers and U.S. mass producers in the way they deal with their respective dealers, distributors, and customers are as dramatic as the differences in the way they deal with their suppliers.

Accepted Answer

Lean producers typically have closer relationships with their dealers, distributors, and customers, and are more responsive to their needs and concerns. U.S. mass producers often have more distant relationships with these stakeholders and may prioritize cost-cutting over meeting customer or dealer demands.

Question 20

The U.S. mass producers focus on long-term income and return on investment, whereas Japanese see the process in terms of the short-term perspective.

Accepted Answer

This statement is incorrect. The opposite is true: Japanese producers focus on long-term income and return on investment, while American producers often prioritize short-term results.

Quiz 17: Leadership, Organization, and Corporate Social Responsibility