Many companies are modifying recipes for children’s foods and beverage

QUESTION

Many companies are modifying recipes for children’s foods and beverages to lower the amount of sugar and salt. How can this action serve the first priority of Carroll’s social responsibility pyramid?

A) It complies with some government guidelines for children’s foods.
B) It increases sales because parents want healthy children.
C) It provides social value by helping to lower childhood obesity rates.
D) It corrects the unethical practice of selling unhealthy children’s foods.
E) It enhances employees’ perception of their company.

ANSWER

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Carroll’s first priority is to make profit; increased sales of healthier foods will help achieve this goal.