Ethics in Life and Solar PV Business

Question 1

What is defined as the moral principles, values, and standards that guide an individual's daily behavior and decisions?

Accepted Answer

Ethics in life

Question 2

Which term refers to the system of moral principles and values that govern the conduct, decisions, and operations of a business enterprise and its employees?

Accepted Answer

Business ethics

Question 3

Which personal ethical value involves standing firm on moral principles and doing the right thing even when no one is watching?

Accepted Answer

Integrity

Question 4

Accepting responsibility for one's actions, decisions, and mistakes is known as which ethical value?

Accepted Answer

Accountability

Question 5

What is an ethical practice regarding load estimation in a solar PV business?

Accepted Answer

Providing accurate energy audits and load estimations

Question 6

Why should an ethical solar PV installer avoid using counterfeit or wrongly rated components?

Accepted Answer

To prevent premature system failure or electrical fires

Question 7

Which of the following describes fair pricing in a solar PV business?

Accepted Answer

Charging reasonable rates for materials and labor without price gouging

Question 8

Which action is an example of quality workmanship in solar PV installation?

Accepted Answer

Adhering strictly to standard installation guidelines and using correct cable sizes

Question 9

How does a solar PV business prioritize safety and compliance on an installation site?

Accepted Answer

By implementing proper earthing and using PPE

Question 10

If a solar PV system develops a fault within the warranty period due to an installation error, what is the ethical action?

Accepted Answer

Repairing or replacing the faulty part promptly at no extra cost

Question 11

What is the ethically responsible way to dispose of exhausted lead-acid or lithium-ion solar batteries?

Accepted Answer

Returning them to recycling centers or certified battery dealers

Question 12

How does living honestly and practicing good ethics benefit an individual's mental state?

Accepted Answer

It provides peace of mind by reducing guilt and fear of exposure

Question 13

What is a major long-term business benefit of maintaining high ethical standards in solar PV installations?

Accepted Answer

Customer trust, repeat patronage, and word-of-mouth referrals

Question 14

How do high ethical standards help a solar PV business manage legal and financial risks?

Accepted Answer

By avoiding lawsuits, fines, and regulatory sanctions

Question 15

What is a direct benefit of prioritizing safety ethics in a solar PV workplace?

Accepted Answer

It reduces the occurrence of on-site accidents and protects workers' lives

Question 16

In component sourcing, which of the following represents an UNETHICAL action?

Accepted Answer

Buying cheap, counterfeit panels with fake capacity labels to increase profit margins

Question 17

A client's actual load requires a 2kVA solar system. An unethical installer sells them a 10kVA system. Why is this unethical?

Accepted Answer

Because it exploits the client's lack of knowledge to sell unnecessary, expensive equipment

Question 18

When a loose connection causes a system failure shortly after installation, what is the ethical response?

Accepted Answer

Return to the site and fix the connection at no extra cost

Question 19

Why is the proper disposal of solar waste (like damaged panels and batteries) considered an ethical responsibility?

Accepted Answer

It prevents toxic chemicals from polluting the local ecosystem

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a core pillar of ethical practice in a solar PV business?

Accepted Answer

Maximizing profit by using fake capacity labels

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