Unit 17: Vocabulary

Please study the 22 vocabulary terms below. Then press the Mark Complete button to continue.
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accountability
having responsibility for an action, as well as the obligation of justifying and if needed correcting it
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The general lack of accountability for poor business decisions caused investors to become fearful and pull out.
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bribe
to dishonestly persuade somebody to act in one's favor by giving them money or gifts
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He found out that his company had been bribing customs officials for years in order to advance the passage of goods.
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carbon footprint
the amount of greenhouse gases released as a consequence of an individual's actions
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Many people don't realize the seemingly innocent actions that dramatically raise their carbon footprint, such as frequent flying, buying fast fashion, eating meat every day, etc.

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