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ethics | A set of moral principles by which people conduct themselves personally, socially, or professionally |
business ethics | The rules that govern how businesses should conduct themselves |
sweatshops | Factories that pay poorly, have unsafe working conditions, and treat workers badly |
Occupational Safety and Health Administration | A division of the Department of Labor that sets and enforces work-related health and safety rules |
code of ethics | A strict set of guidelines in a profession or company for upholding ethical behavior in the workplace |
social responsibility | The obligation to do what is best for the welfare of society |
conflict of interest | When a business puts its interests before the interests of society |
Food and Drug Administration | A government agency that protects consumers from dangerous or falsely advertised products |
Equal Pay Act | A federal law requiring that men and women be paid the same wages for doing equal work |
Environment Protection Agency | A federal agency that enforces rules to protect the environment and control pollution |