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- 1. Multiple ChoiceRationalization is __________________.getting caught stealing and denying itdefending your behavior with excusesgetting what you rightly deserve at workgiving your best at work even if some things seem unfair
- 2. Multiple ChoiceReally large businesses are not badly affected by employee theft because they have so much money.TrueFalse
- 3. Multiple ChoiceCarrie values honesty and accountability and she expects the people she associates with to be honest as well. She is a server at a restaurant that offers a free dessert to customers who come in on their birthday. Two of Carrie's close friends come in for dinner and sit at a table in Carrie's section. They ask her to tell the kitchen that one of them has a birthday today, even though it is not true, so that they can have a free dessert. Carrie most likely will ____________________________.say no because she knows that her values and ethical behavior shouldn't change depending on the situationsay no because she is afraid she will get firedagree because she feels that friendship is more important than anything else
- 4. Multiple ChoiceHow does an employee's dishonesty affect others in the workplace?Patterns of dishonest behavior are hard to break.The employee might feel guilty or paranoid about his or her dishonest behavior and the consequences.If the company's profits go down, the workers may face pay cuts or lay-offs.The employee might get fired for his or her dishonest behavior.
- 5. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is NOT a top reason to hold yourself accountable for your actions in the workplace?People who steal are always looking over their shoulder for fear of being caught.Dishonest people sometimes get away with it, and then they feel good about themselves.By being accountable for your actions, you can establish a pattern of workplace success that will help you in the long run.Dishonest behavior will stain your record and that can follow you for years.
- 6. Multiple ChoiceHonest and ethical behavior can vary depending on the situation.TrueFalse
- 7. Multiple ChoiceA record of dishonest can follow you for years because many employers perform background checks and call previous employers.TrueFalse
- 8. Multiple ChoiceWho pays the price for employee theft?Only the dishonest employee and the employerEveryone: the employer, the coworkers, the customers, and the dishonest employeeThe employer and the customersThe employer, the dishonest employee, and the other employees
- 9. Multiple ChoiceGetting fired is the worst thing that can happen if you are caught stealing from your employer.TrueFalse
- 10. Multiple ChoiceIt is justifiable to leave work a few minutes early and have someone "punch out" for you if you are overworked and underpaid.TrueFalse
- 11. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is an example of rationalization?Believing it's okay to take home office supplies from work because no one will notice they are missing and they can easily be replaced.Understanding that your boss's behavior is out of your control.Calling in sick when you are sick.Feeling angry about your company's dress code.
- 12. Multiple ChoiceDishonest people are often worried about others being dishonest with them, too.TrueFalse
- 13. Multiple ChoiceAs long as your own actions are honest, you don't need to report others who are behaving dishonestly to truly be accountable.TrueFalse
- 14. Multiple ChoicePeople who rationalize dishonest behavior at work _____________________________.always get caughtknow that they are doing something wronghave horrible managersfeel that something is owed to them
- 15. Multiple Choice_________________ goes by many names, such as moral character, honor, trustworthiness, dependability, and honesty.AccountabilityEmployabilityRationalizationPunctuality
- 16. Multiple ChoiceMost people believe character and trust are important.TrueFalse
- 17. Multiple ChoicePeople who are fired from one or more jobs tend to make less money over the years than people who leave jobs voluntarily.TrueFalse
- 18. Multiple ChoiceAndre works at a deli and since he has been there so long, the owner trusts him to work the slow night shifts alone. One night, Andre was feeling pressure from his girlfriend to close the shop and leave work early so that they could go to a concert. Andre thought about it and realized that if he didn't finish his preparation work, he would have to work harder the next day to catch up. In addition, the store might make less money if he closes early, which could result in his boss not trusting him to run the store alone anymore (a great responsibility to put on his resume), and he might not get the raise he has been hoping for. Which of the following statements best applies to Andre's situation?It is in your best interest to earn your employer's trust by behaving honestly in the workplace.Dishonest behavior could one day land you in prison.Having a dishonest girlfriend makes you a dishonest person, too.Making excuses for dishonest behavior shows a lack of accountability.
- 19. Multiple ChoiceWhen you are accountable, ____________________________.people feel like they can depend on youpeople feel like they can take advantage of youyou are often treated unfairlyyou make excuses for your behavior
- 20. Multiple ChoiceCalling in sick when you are not sick is a form of employee theft.TrueFalse
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