Question 1

Based on the findings of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, what is not a positive trait for baby boomers?

Accepted Answer

The 2011 National Business Ethics Survey did not mention anything about baby boomers' tech-savviness. Therefore, it cannot be determined whether being tech-savvy is a positive trait or not for baby boomers based on the findings of the survey. Hardworking, Idealistic, and committed to harmony were mentioned as positive traits for baby boomers in the survey.

Question 2

Which of these is not an example of technology influencing individual cheating behavior?

Accepted Answer

The development of individual thought is not an example of technology influencing individual cheating behavior. The other options involve the use of technology to cheat, whether it is copying and pasting from a website, inadequately citing sources, or relying on generic sources such as Wikipedia.

Question 3

The universality test of integrity draws on the belief of whether the individual would consider it acceptable behavior if anyone in the world did the same action.

Accepted Answer

The universality test of integrity is based on the principle that an action is ethical if it can be universally applied. It posits that if a behavior is considered acceptable for oneself, it should also be acceptable if anyone in the world did the same action. Therefore, the statement is true.

Question 4

The Dutch tax shelters are viable only to artists who are U.S. citizens.

Accepted Answer

The Dutch tax shelters are available to artists of any nationality, not just U.S. citizens.

Question 5

Integrity is derived from the Latin word integri, which means wholeness.

Accepted Answer

Integrity comes from the Latin word integritas, which means wholeness or completeness.

Question 6

Based on the findings of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, what is not a negative trait for millennials?

Accepted Answer

The 2011 National Business Ethics Survey found that millennials tend to accept diversity and are generally more open-minded than older generations. A, C, and D are negative traits that are commonly associated with millennials in the workplace.

Question 7

Based on the findings of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, what is the key motivator for Baby Boomers?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Based on the findings of the 2011...

Question 8

Based on the findings of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, the generation called _____________ has a less positive view of the company's ethical culture and were less likely to report unethical activities.

Accepted Answer

The generation referred to in the question is millennials. The 2011 National Business Ethics Survey found that millennials had a less positive view of their company's ethical culture and were less likely to report unethical activities compared to older generations. Baby boomers, Gen Xers, and traditionalists were not specifically mentioned as having lower ethical perceptions or reporting unethical behavior less frequently in the survey results.

Question 9

In a global study measuring different components of cheating, it was discovered that

Accepted Answer

The answer of In a global study measuring different components...

Question 10

The illusion of objectivity occurs when a decision maker believes that his or her decisions are free of biases.

Accepted Answer

The illusion of objectivity refers to the belief that a decision maker's decisions are free from biases, even though this may not be entirely true. Therefore, option A is correct.

Question 11

The obituary test of integrity is also called the Golden Rule.

Accepted Answer

The obituary test of integrity is a thought experiment where you imagine what you would like others to say about you at your funeral; it is not the same as the Golden Rule, which advises treating others as you would like to be treated.

Question 12

The tax shelter established by the Promogroup is based on the simple flow of royalties that go into and leave the Netherlands.

Accepted Answer

The tax shelter established by the Promogroup is indeed based on the flow of royalties that go into and leave the Netherlands.

Question 13

Which of the following factors do not characterize high levels of mutual trust in organizations?

Accepted Answer

High remuneration levels do not necessarily indicate high levels of mutual trust in organizations. Trust is built on factors such as positive relationships, delegation of decision making, and consistent and predictable behavior. While high remuneration can be a factor in attracting and retaining talented employees, it alone does not guarantee mutual trust between employees and management.

Question 14

The Ethics Resource Center helped form the first business ethics office at General Dynamics in 1985.

Accepted Answer

The Ethics Resource Center helped form the first business ethics office at General Dynamics in 1985.

Question 15

"Maintaining the ability to be concerned about the greater good" is a specific behavior that can help identify the level of integrity in individual actions.

Accepted Answer

Maintaining concern for the greater good can be seen as a manifestation of integrity, as it suggests that an individual is considering the impact of their actions on others and the wider community, rather than just their own self-interest. Therefore, this behavior may be useful in identifying individuals who consistently act with integrity.

Question 16

Ninety five percent of U2's revenue, which includes concert ticket sales and record sales, is earned outside Ireland.

Accepted Answer

As per the given statement, 95% of U2's revenue is earned outside Ireland, which means that the majority of their revenue comes from international sources.

Question 17

The publicity test of integrity is based on the scenario that the individual would be comfortable in telling his or her best friend or a close family member about his or her actions.

Accepted Answer

The publicity test of integrity is based on whether an individual would be comfortable if their actions were made public and known to everyone, not just a close friend or family member.

Question 18

Which of the following are not characteristics of the cheating culture?

Accepted Answer

Acting responsibly and ethically is not a characteristic of the cheating culture. The cheating culture is characterized by the belief that everyone cheats, the emphasis on winning at all costs (even if it means cheating), and the idea that cheating is often hidden or goes unnoticed. Acting ethically and responsibly goes against the values of the cheating culture.

Question 19

During the 1950s, the most significant event in the United States was the passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

Accepted Answer

The most significant event in the United States during the 1950s was the Civil Rights Movement, which aimed to end racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans. The Sarbanes-Oxley Act was actually passed in 2002 in response to corporate scandals such as Enron and WorldCom.

Question 20

Based on the findings of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, what proportion of Generation X felt pressure to act unethically in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

According to the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, 10% of Generation X felt pressure to act unethically in the workplace.

Quiz 2: The Evolving Complexities of Business Ethics

Based on the findings of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, what is not a positive trait for baby boomers?

Which of these is not an example of technology influencing individual cheating behavior?

The universality test of integrity draws on the belief of whether the individual would consider it acceptable behavior if anyone in the world did the same action.

The Dutch tax shelters are viable only to artists who are U.S. citizens.

Integrity is derived from the Latin word integri, which means wholeness.

Based on the findings of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, what is not a negative trait for millennials?

Based on the findings of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, what is the key motivator for Baby Boomers?

Based on the findings of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, the generation called _____________ has a less positive view of the company's ethical culture and were less likely to report unethical activities.

In a global study measuring different components of cheating, it was discovered that

The illusion of objectivity occurs when a decision maker believes that his or her decisions are free of biases.

The obituary test of integrity is also called the Golden Rule.

The tax shelter established by the Promogroup is based on the simple flow of royalties that go into and leave the Netherlands.

Which of the following factors do not characterize high levels of mutual trust in organizations?

The Ethics Resource Center helped form the first business ethics office at General Dynamics in 1985.

"Maintaining the ability to be concerned about the greater good" is a specific behavior that can help identify the level of integrity in individual actions.

Ninety five percent of U2's revenue, which includes concert ticket sales and record sales, is earned outside Ireland.

The publicity test of integrity is based on the scenario that the individual would be comfortable in telling his or her best friend or a close family member about his or her actions.

Which of the following are not characteristics of the cheating culture?

During the 1950s, the most significant event in the United States was the passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

Based on the findings of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, what proportion of Generation X felt pressure to act unethically in the workplace?