Asked by Kevin Oxrider on May 06, 2024

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What is an application of corporate responsibility?

A) Replacing plastic straws with paper straws
B) Buying cheaper raw materials from overseas
C) Replacing your laptop
D) Buying a new cell phone
E) Buying a new computer keyboard

Corporate Responsibility

An approach by businesses to contribute to societal goals of a philanthropic, activist, or charitable nature by engaging in or supporting volunteering or ethically-oriented practices.

Plastic Straws

Thin tubes made of plastic intended for transferring liquids from a container to the mouth of a person; associated with environmental concerns.

Raw Materials

The basic substances from which products are manufactured or made.

  • Apply corporate responsibility concepts in business decisions.
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Manpreeth SinghMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Replacing plastic straws with paper straws is an application of corporate responsibility as it shows a concern for the environment and an effort to reduce plastic waste. Choosing cheaper raw materials from overseas or buying new gadgets is not necessarily a demonstration of corporate responsibility.