Andrew Moloi decided to expand his business to Nigeria. To his surprise, the contract that he signed with a new supplier does not comply with the contractual obligations. When Andrew complained, the supplier said: “That is how business works around here”. Which of the following forces influenced this ethical behaviour?

Question

A.
Character

B.
Local standards

C.
System of shared meaning

D.
Individual perspective

Answer 1

The situation described implies that the supplier's behavior and justification are influenced by the prevailing business practices in Nigeria, which suggests that local customs and practices are at play. Therefore, the correct answer is:

B. Local standards

This option reflects how regional norms and standards can shape ethical behavior in business contexts.