Quiz Ethics Made Simple

By definition, business ethics refers to the standards for morally right and wrong conduct in business.      True or False

At its core, ethics is about doing what is right and just.       True or False

Ethical behavior requires critical thinking, empathy and a willingness to consider the consequences of our
actions.        True or False

Ethics is a branch of philosophy which deals with moral principles and values that guide human behavior.    True or False

Leaders should treat workers with respect and dignity and create an environment where harassment of any
type is not allowed for any reason.        True or False

Good ethics at a business, starts at the top. If you’re a business owner or manager, it’s important to lead by
example.         True or False

It’s okay to overprice your services or make false claims about their worth, if you don’t particularly like the
person you’re dealing with.          True or False

What is considered ethical in one profession may not be in another. For example, ethical behavior for a
doctor may differ from ethical behavior for a lawyer.            True or False

People’s personal experiences can shape their ethical perspectives.    True or False

Those who exemplify ethical behavior, do the right thing regardless of whether or not they get credit for it.   True or False

Ethics can be shaped by personal beliefs, cultural differences, professional context, time and context and
personal experiences.          True or False

Pest control companies must balance the need for effective pest control with the need to protect human
health and the environment.             True or False

Unethical behavior can negatively impact employee morale and engagement.        True or False

Unethical behavior rarely impacts your business’s financial performance.          True or False

An unethical pest control business may misrepresent their services or the effectiveness of their treatments
to customers, in order to make a sale.        True or False

An unethical pest control business may hire unlicensed and untrained employees who do not have the  proper knowledge or training to safely and effectively control pests.         True or False

Businesses shouldn’t tell customers about the potential risks and hazards associated with certain pest control methods.
True or False

IPM involves a combination of non-chemical and low-toxicity methods, such as sanitation, exclusion and habitat modification, to control pests.             True or False

Pest control businesses must be mindful of non-target species, such as birds, bees and other beneficial insects, that can be harmed by pesticides.     True or False

While ethical behavior is often driven by personal values and beliefs, it is also shaped by laws, regulations and industry standards.         True or False