Understanding Business
12th Edition
ISBN: 9781259929434
Author: William Nickels
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 4.5, Problem 4.5CQ
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To determine: Whether the businesses should have a positive impact on the world, comment on the statement.
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The Company is responsible towards its society and the environment; it should see whether fair wages are provided to the workers and each and every activity is followed in an ethical manner.
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Understanding Business
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