Hillman Inc. has been charged by the Environmental Protection Agency with illegal
dumping of toxic waste. Hillman officials say they contracted with another firm to dispose
of the waste and are not responsible for what was done with it. Hillmans approach to
social responsibility is most accurately classified as social
a. opposition.
b. obstruction.
c. obligation.
d. response.
e. contribution.
Question 2Which of the following is NOT one of the arguments against the engagement of
corporations in so-called socially responsible behavior?
a. Based on their legal status, they are technically prohibited from such activities.
b. Such behavior detracts from the basic mission society has given business.
c. Social responsibility programs have the potential to create substantial conflicts of
interest.
d. Business executives lack the expertise to make decisions about social programs.
e. There is too much potential for abuse of the power corporations have now
without adding to it.
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