1. According to Paul Hawkins, why is it no longer plausible for corporations to pursue the maxim that the business of business is business? 2. What must be done by corporations, government, and individuals to create a sustainable economy? 3. How would the adoption of sustainable measures benefit business and society?

1. According to Paul Hawkins, why is it no longer plausible for corporations to pursue the maxim that the business of business is business? 2. What must be done by corporations, government, and individuals to create a sustainable economy? 3. How would the adoption of sustainable measures benefit business and society?

Economics Today and Tomorrow, Student Edition

1st Edition

ISBN:9780078747663

Author:McGraw-Hill

Publisher:McGraw-Hill

Chapter2: Economic Systems And The American Economy

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 17AA

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