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1901.

Which statement is/are true?

A. Ethics is not synonymous to religious morality or moral theology
B. Ethics is the principle that guide the human behaviour
C. The terms 'ethics' and 'morality' are not synonymous terms
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
1902.

The main purpose of business ethics is to understand

A. Ethical uncertainties
B. Principles and concepts
C. Application of practices
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
1903.

Corporate Governance originated from_________

A. The Companies Act
B. SEBI Act, 1992
C. MCA
D. Clause 49 of SEBI act, 2000
Answer» B. SEBI Act, 1992
1904.

_________- is a prefix to everything that transports us instantly into the virtual world.

A. Cyber
B. Internet
C. Tech
D. None of the above
Answer» B. Internet
1905.

The Theory of _________ posits that three levels of moral reasoning exist which an individual can engage in to assess ethical issues, dependent on their cognitive capacity.

A. Egoism
B. Power distance
C. Cognitive moral development
D. Uncertainty avoidance
Answer» D. Uncertainty avoidance
1906.

One concept that is central to attribution theory is:

A. Discrimination learning
B. Self-actualization
C. Locus of control
D. Operant conditioning
Answer» D. Operant conditioning
1907.

Actions or policies should be evaluated on the basic of producing greater good in the society” is the fundamental of which moral theory?

A. Utilitarian theory
B. Theory of justice
C. Ethics of care
D. Theory of rights
Answer» B. Theory of justice
1908.

Prevention of disclosure of information to unauthorized persons is __________

A. Confidentiality
B. Integrity
C. Availability
D. None of the above
Answer» B. Integrity
1909.

________________ in the Vedas refers to the highest truth and power and it is very much understood as the performance of Vedic sacrifices and other rituals in the Vedas and Dharmasastras.

A. Karmas
B. Ethics
C. Spirituality
D. Dharma
Answer» D. Dharma
1910.

Malcolm Baldrige national quality award is for (MBNQA)

A. Total Quality Management
B. International Standard Organization
C. Total Productive Maintenance
D. Total Quality Control
Answer» B. International Standard Organization
1911.

Which of the following are true in relation to Relaxation Response

A. It is a physical state of deep rest
B. Eliciting this reduces your metabolism
C. Eliciting this reduces your blood pressure
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
1912.

Implementation of TQM Programme has four Phases. What is the Sequence of these phases?(i) Creation of Proper Cultural Environment for instituting statistical process control.(ii) Actual applications of statistical process control to the problems of quality.(iii) Use of Advanced Techniques to obtain optimum Results(iv) Problem Solving

A. 1, 2,3,4
B. 2,1,3,4
C. 1,4,2,3
D. 4,2,3,1
Answer» D. 4,2,3,1
1913.

The basic principles of advertising law to be followed while doing online advertising are:

A. Advertising must be truthful and not misleading
B. Advertisements cannot be unfair
C. Advertisements must be substantiated
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
1914.

Which one of the feature does not relate to ‘Ethics in Human Resource’?

A. Sexual harassment
B. Discrimination issue
C. Affirmative Action
D. Product testing Ethics
Answer» E.
1915.

If learning insight and judgment abilities are merged together with knowledge in a person, the person has _________________.

A. Knowledge
B. Understanding
C. Wisdom
D. Intelligence
Answer» D. Intelligence
1916.

The ___________ should get full information about long-term plans, budgets, competitive developments, quarterly results, etc.

A. board of directors
B. shareholders
C. customers
D. government
Answer» B. shareholders
1917.

The following are the examples of positive stressors

A. New job
B. Having a child
C. Buying a home
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
1918.

Which technique is not suitable or ethical for overcoming resistance to change?

A. Manipulation
B. Coercion
C. Negotiation
D. Participation
Answer» C. Negotiation
1919.

Corporate social responsibility that extends beyond legal mandates can help meet societal expectations in the absence of

A. Statutory devices
B. Social tool
C. Cost tool and Techniques
D. Science tool
Answer» B. Social tool
1920.

The following are the characteristics of Positive Stress

A. It improves performance
B. It feels exciting
C. It motivates
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
1921.

Codes of conduct and codes of ethics:

A. Are formal statements that describe what an organization expects of its employees.
B. Become necessary only after a company has been in legal trouble.
C. Are designed for top executives and managers, not regular employees.
D. Rarely become an effective component of the ethics and compliance program.
Answer» B. Become necessary only after a company has been in legal trouble.
1922.

The ethical roots of the classical model of corporate social responsibility are foundin which of the following statement?

A. The idea that the interests of stakeholders are as important as the interests of a corporation's stockholders.
B. The ethical imperative to cause no harm.
C. The free market theory which holds that managers are ethically obliged to make as much money as possible for their stockholders because to do otherwise would undermine the very foundations of our free society
D. The ethical imperative to prevent harm
Answer» D. The ethical imperative to prevent harm
1923.

------ may be defined as the enhancement of long-term shareholders while at the same time protecting the interests of other stakeholders.

A. Business ethics
B. CSR
C. Cultural relativism
D. Corporate governance
Answer» E.
1924.

Aches, shallow breathing and sweating, frequent colds are

A. Physical symptoms of stress
B. Behavioral symptoms of stress
C. Emotional symptoms of stress
D. Cognitive symptoms of stress
Answer» B. Behavioral symptoms of stress
1925.

The __ management function involves identifying & arranging the work and resources needed to achieve the goals that have been set.

A. Controlling
B. Organizing
C. Planning
D. Staffing
Answer» C. Planning
1926.

Knowledge includes all of the following except:

A. Aggregated data
B. Disaggregated data
C. Appraised information
D. Personal experience
Answer» C. Appraised information
1927.

Anxiety can cause the following moods

A. Irritable
B. Nervous
C. Panicky
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
1928.

We wish to be good citizens of every community in which we operate." This is

A. Ethical Code
B. Political and Social Code
C. Legal Rule
D. Legal Act
Answer» B. Political and Social Code
1929.

Which one of the features does not relate to ‘Ethics in Marketing?

A. Black Market, grey market
B. Misleading Advertisement
C. Price Skimming
D. Carbon emission trading
Answer» E.
1930.

What is the name of the theory of motivation that focuses on how people explain the causesof their own successes and failures?

A. Locus of control
B. Cognitive dissonance
C. Field theory
D. Attribution theory
Answer» E.
1931.

As per section 2(1)(j) of Consumer Protection Act 1986, 'manufacturer' means a person who(i) makes or manufactures any goods or part thereof(ii) does not make or manufacture any goods but assembles parts thereof made or manufactured by others(iii) puts or causes to be put his own mark on any goods made or manufactured by any other manufacturer;Codes:

A. (i) & (ii)
B. (i) & (iii)
C. (ii) & (ii)
D. (i), (ii) & (iii)
Answer» E.
1932.

_______________ builds trust among individuals and in business relationships, which validates and promotes confidence in business relationships.

A. Ethical conduct
B. Social responsibility
C. Ethical responsibility
D. Business ethics
Answer» B. Social responsibility
1933.

Which of the following are the physical symptoms of anxiety

A. Racing heart
B. Sweaty palms
C. Flushed cheeks
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
1934.

Job sharing, work sharing, phased retirement, all these are examples of…………..

A. Part time employment
B. Full time employment
C. Compressed work week
D. Alternative work schedules
Answer» B. Full time employment
1935.

Which is not one of the natures of ethics?

A. Focus on human values
B. Social work
C. Branch of philosophy
D. Applies moral principles
Answer» C. Branch of philosophy
1936.

The three stages of the change process are……………………

A. unfreezing, adjustment, and refreezing.
B. adjustment, unfreezing, and refreezing.
C. adjustment, unfreezing, and re-adjustment.
D. adjustment, re-adjustment, and unfreezing.
Answer» B. adjustment, unfreezing, and refreezing.
1937.

A ___________________ is a way of measuring, understanding, reporting and ultimately improving an organization’s social and ethical performance.

A. Social Audit
B. Financial Audit
C. Responsibility Audit
D. Compulsory Audit
Answer» B. Financial Audit
1938.

The corporate governance structure of a company reflects the individual companies’:

A. Cultural and economic system.
B. Legal and business system.
C. Social and regulatory system.
D. All of the above.
Answer» E.
1939.

Which of the following statements is false about responsibilities of a consumer:

A. Consumer must follow the instructions and use the product safety.
B. Consumer must ask for cash memo i.e proof of purchase
C. Consumer must file a complaint in a consumer court even if the amount of loss is small.
D. A consumer must encourage unethical practices like black marketing, hoarding etc.
Answer» D. A consumer must encourage unethical practices like black marketing, hoarding etc.
1940.

Ethics is:

A. Morals + reasoning
B. Morals + Values
C. Values + Beliefs
D. Values + Philosophy
Answer» C. Values + Beliefs
1941.

Personal characteristics to be a successful entrepreneur includes

A. Understanding environment
B. Creating management options
C. Encourage open discussion
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
1942.

________________ in the matter of information security plays a big role in areas such ascapital market.

A. Due Care
B. Due Diligence
C. Prudence
D. Awareness
Answer» C. Prudence
1943.

Which of the following intellectual disciplines provides absolute proof of its conclusions?

A. The social, biological, meteorological, and medical sciences.
B. Ethical judgments based on well-reasoned arguments from sound moral principles.
C. The applied sides of engineering, chemistry, and physics.
D. None of the above.
Answer» E.
1944.

Knowledge is always a part of a _________________ system.

A. Static
B. Close
C. Dynamic
D. Open
Answer» D. Open
1945.

What thoughts come to the mind when you’re under negative stress

A. You think that you can cope with the situation
B. You think that you cannot cope with the situation
C. You think that everything will get fine eventually
D. You think that you will get hep immediately
Answer» C. You think that everything will get fine eventually
1946.

From the point of view of business which one of the following is a reason becauseof which consumer protection is important?

A. Dynamic Environment
B. Fast Technological Development
C. Government intervention
D. Competitive Marke
Answer» E.
1947.

Social Progress Indicators for Society are………….

A. Access to Education
B. Supportive Government Policies
C. Political Democracy
D. Quality Education
Answer» E.
1948.

The biggest challenge in planning for change is:

A. Who will be affected by the change?
B. Anticipating its unintended, unexpected outcomes
C. Deciding who should implement the change
D. Communicating why the change is needed
Answer» C. Deciding who should implement the change
1949.

Directors’ responsibilities are unlikely to include

A. a duty of care
B. a duty to keep proper accounting records
C. a fiduciary duty
D. a duty to propose high dividends for shareholders
Answer» E.
1950.

What are the questions you need to ask yourself while you are assessing yourself for stress

A. Where do you feel stress in your body
B. How do you know when you are stress
C. How do you react to stress
D. All of the above
Answer» E.