Business Ethics At The Workplace Knowledge Quiz #2

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1.

Who is responsible for ethics in an organisation?
- A.
  
  Employees
- B.
  
  HR
- C.
  
  Senior Management
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
All of the above are responsible for ethics in an organization. Ethics should be a shared responsibility among all employees, as they are expected to adhere to ethical standards in their actions and decisions. HR plays a crucial role in promoting and enforcing ethical behavior by establishing policies, conducting training, and handling ethical concerns. Senior management sets the tone for ethical behavior by establishing a culture of integrity and leading by example. Therefore, it is the collective responsibility of employees, HR, and senior management to ensure ethical practices within an organization.

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"Ethics is about fairness, about deciding what is _____ and _____, about defining practices and rules which underpin _____ conduct between individuals and groups."

Correct Answer
right, wrong, responsible

Explanation
Ethics is about fairness, about deciding what is right and wrong, about defining practices and rules which underpin responsible conduct between individuals and groups.

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Good ethics means _____ business

Correct Answer
good

Explanation
Good ethics means conducting business in a morally upright and responsible manner. It involves adhering to principles of honesty, integrity, fairness, and respect for all stakeholders, including employees, customers, suppliers, and the community. By practicing good ethics, businesses can build trust, maintain a positive reputation, and foster long-term relationships with their stakeholders. It also contributes to a healthier work environment, employee satisfaction, and overall business success.

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In a public restaurant you overhear two colleagues discussing confidential information about a client. They mention the client by name. Would you:
- A.
  
  Ignore it
- B.
  
  Talk to your colleagues about your concerns about confidentiality and leave it at that
- C.
  
  Report them to your line manager
Correct Answer
C. Report them to your line manager

Explanation
As a loyal employee to the organization you have a duty to report any unlawful and inappropriate breach of confidentiality to your line manager if you think this could be a threat to the company and it's customers.

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You recently fired someone who often came to work late, left early, and spent a lot of time surfing the internet for fun while on the job. Recently, you have learned that another member of your staff is doing the same thing. However, this person is a the daughter of a close personal friend (who doesn't work at the company). You have given this employee several warnings about her behavior but the problems continue. Would you:
- A.
  
  Fire the employee
- B.
  
  Give her a final warning and hope this takes care of the situation
- C.
  
  Ask your friend to speak with her daughter
Correct Answer
A. Fire the employee

Explanation
You should treat the individual exactly the same as you did the previous employee who was fired for exactly the same actions. You have followed the process of several warnings to give her an opportunity to improve in her role so should not give her any further preferential treatment.

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You insert the exact amount of change into the vending machine at work for a can of juice. Two cans are released from the machine. What do you do with the extra can?
- A.
  
  Offer the can of juice to an employee
- B.
  
  Report the incident to an appropriate member of staff
- C.
  
  Keep the extra can of juice for you
Correct Answer
B. Report the incident to an appropriate member of staff

Explanation
You should treat other's property as you would expect other to treat yours. You are only entitled to one can of juice.

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What is the collection of private, commercially oriented organizations?
- A.
  
  Society
- B.
  
  Business
- C.
  
  Institution
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
B. Business

Explanation
The collection of private, commercially oriented organizations is referred to as "business." This term encompasses a wide range of entities, including corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships, that engage in commercial activities with the aim of generating profit. Businesses operate in various sectors and industries, offering goods and services to consumers. They play a crucial role in the economy by creating jobs, driving innovation, and contributing to economic growth.

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Business Ethics At The Workplace Knowledge Quiz #2

Who is responsible for ethics in an organisation?

"Ethics is about fairness, about deciding what is _____ and _____, about defining practices and rules which underpin _____ conduct between individuals and groups."

Good ethics means _____ business

In a public restaurant you overhear two colleagues discussing confidential information about a client. They mention the client by name. Would you:

You insert the exact amount of change into the vending machine at work for a can of juice. Two cans are released from the machine. What do you do with the extra can?

What is the collection of private, commercially oriented organizations?

"Ethics is about fairness, about deciding what is ___ and _, about defining practices and rules which underpin ___ conduct between individuals and groups."