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CIPS L4M7 Exam - Topic 4 Question 59 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M7 exam
Question #: 59
Topic #: 4
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Which of the following correctly describes the triple bottom line?

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Suggested Answer: D

The triple bottom line is a sustainability framework that examines a company's social, environment, and economic impact (or People, Planet, Profit).


- 25 Years Ago I Coined the Phrase ''Triple Bottom Line.'' Here's Why It's Time to Rethink It.

- CIPS study guide page 202

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by Huey at Jun 14, 2025, 06:37 PM

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Charlene
2 months ago
Agreed, D is the way to go!
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Annette
2 months ago
Wait, is it really just about those three? Seems too simple.
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Mayra
3 months ago
I thought it was A at first, but D makes more sense.
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Miles
3 months ago
Triple bottom line is all about sustainability, so yeah, D!
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Cecil
3 months ago
It's definitely D - People, Planet, Profit!
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Katy
3 months ago
I remember discussing the importance of social and environmental factors, so I think "People, Planet, Profit" is the correct answer.
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Hubert
4 months ago
I’m not sure, but I feel like "Professional" was mentioned in one of the readings. Is that part of it?
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Anthony
4 months ago
I practiced a similar question, and I believe it was definitely "People, Planet, Profit." That sounds right to me.
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Chaya
4 months ago
I think the triple bottom line is about sustainability, but I can't remember if it's "People, Planet, Profit" or something else.
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Markus
4 months ago
Ah, the triple bottom line. I remember learning about this in my sustainability class. It's about measuring a company's success not just by profits, but also by its impact on people and the planet. Option D seems to nail it.
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Ernest
4 months ago
The triple bottom line is all about balancing social, environmental, and financial considerations, right? I think option D captures that well - people, planet, profit. I feel confident that's the correct answer.
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Nelida
4 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused on this one. I know the triple bottom line has something to do with sustainability, but I can't quite remember the exact components. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Pura
5 months ago
I'm pretty sure the triple bottom line refers to the three key factors a business should consider - people, planet, and profit. Option D looks like the right answer.
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Cecil
7 months ago
People, planet, profit - that's the way to go. Anything else is just greenwashing, if you ask me. D is the way to go, my dudes.
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Josphine
7 months ago
Hmm, I was torn between B and D, but I think D is the winner. After all, you can't have a successful business without considering its impact on people and the planet.
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Donette
5 months ago
Yes, D is the best choice. It shows that a business can be successful while also being mindful of people and the planet.
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Marcelle
5 months ago
I agree, D is the correct answer. It's important to consider the social and environmental impact of a business.
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Louvenia
6 months ago
Yes, D is the best choice. It shows the importance of social responsibility and environmental sustainability in business.
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Trinidad
7 months ago
I agree, D is the correct answer. It's important to consider people and the planet in addition to profit.
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Ngoc
7 months ago
Yup, definitely D. The triple bottom line is all about balancing social, environmental, and financial considerations. Gotta keep that planet healthy, you know?
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Erasmo
5 months ago
Yup, definitely D. The triple bottom line is all about balancing social, environmental, and financial considerations. Gotta keep that planet healthy, you know?
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Carmela
5 months ago
D) People, Planet, Profit
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Sommer
6 months ago
C) People, Product, Profit
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Leonor
6 months ago
B) People, Planet, Project
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Evangelina
7 months ago
A) Professional, Planet, Profit
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Sharee
8 months ago
I'm not sure, but I think C) People, Product, Profit could also be a possibility.
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Noah
8 months ago
I agree with Allene, D) People, Planet, Profit makes sense because it focuses on social, environmental, and economic factors.
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Allene
8 months ago
I think the answer is D) People, Planet, Profit.
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Ilona
8 months ago
I'm pretty sure the triple bottom line is about people, planet, and profit. Option D seems like the obvious choice here.
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Wilda
7 months ago
It's important for businesses to focus on more than just profits, and consider their impact on people and the planet as well.
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Chantell
7 months ago
Yes, that's right. It's all about balancing social, environmental, and financial considerations.
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Sharen
8 months ago
I agree, option D - People, Planet, Profit - is the correct description of the triple bottom line.
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