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olgavictoria

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on: Jul 7, 2018
Which of the following statements is true about cultural influences?
 
  A) Culture and trade are independent of each other.
  B) Unwanted cultural influence in a nation can cause governments to block imports that it believes are harmful.
  C) The cultures of countries are independent of the effects of exposure to the people and products of other cultures.
  D) The culture of the United States is readily adapted into the local culture of countries all over the world.

Question 2

Define ethics. Provide examples of unethical behavior exhibited by firms.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


emsimon14

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Reply #1 on: Jul 7, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

Ethics are moral principles and values that govern the behavior of people, firms, and governments, regarding right and wrong.
As examples of unethical behavior, firms may:
 Falsify or misrepresent contracts or financial statements;
 Pay or accept bribes, kickbacks, or inappropriate gifts;
 Tolerate sweatshop conditions or otherwise abuse employees;
 Undertake false advertising and other deceptive marketing practices;
 Engage in pricing that is deceptive, discriminatory, or predatory;
 Deceive or abuse intermediaries in international channels; and
 Engage in activities that harm the natural environment.


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