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AIllegal but responsible in intention
BIllegal and irresponsible in effect
CBoth legal and socially responsible
DLegal but socially irresponsible
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Both legal and socially responsible
1. The vast majority of business activities fall into the category of behavior that is both legal and responsible.
2. Most companies act legally and most try to be socially responsible.
3. Illegal and irresponsible conduct does occur, but it is the exception rather than the rule.
_Source: OpenStax Introduction to Business (CC BY 4.0), Ch 2 "Making Ethical Decisions and Managing a Socially Responsible Business", section 2.3 Legal and Responsible Behavior_
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