1. suppose the government is introducing a new law that alcohol producers can no longer advertise because it can negatively affect young people. In what environment would this change occur? a) Micro-environment b) Market Environment c) Macro-environment d) Competitive environment e) strategic environment

1. suppose the government is introducing a new law that alcohol producers can no longer advertise because it can negatively affect young people. In what environment would this change occur? a) Micro-environment b) Market Environment c) Macro-environment d) Competitive environment e) strategic environment

Business/Professional Ethics Directors/Executives/Acct

8th Edition

ISBN:9781337485913

Author:BROOKS

Publisher:BROOKS

Chapter2: Ethics & Governance Scandals

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 4.7EC

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