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ISM LEAD Exam - Topic 3 Question 31 Discussion

Actual exam question for ISM's LEAD exam
Question #: 31
Topic #: 3
[All LEAD Questions]

A government entity emphasizes that preference be given to businesses owned by individuals with disabilities. This organization's actions can be BEST characterized as

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Suggested Answer: B

The government entity's emphasis on giving preference to businesses owned by individuals with disabilities is best characterized as furthering socioeconomic goals.

Socioeconomic Goals: These include promoting social equity and inclusion by supporting disadvantaged or underrepresented groups in business. This helps create opportunities and support economic development for these communities.

Policy Implementation: Such actions reflect policies designed to address social issues and promote diversity within the marketplace, contributing to a more equitable economic environment.


Carroll, A.B. (1991). The pyramid of corporate social responsibility: Toward the moral management of organizational stakeholders. Business Horizons.

Freeman, R.E. (1984). Strategic Management: A Stakeholder Approach. Pitman.

by Marya at Nov 25, 2025, 01:41 PM

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Lucina
7 days ago
Totally agree, it's about leveling the playing field!
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Rosalia
13 days ago
I think the key is that the government is emphasizing "preference" for these businesses. That suggests they're trying to further socioeconomic goals, not just cut costs.
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Melina
18 days ago
Haha, I bet the person who wrote this question was just trying to trip us up. Bias in sourcing decisions? Come on, that's not what's going on here.
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Joesph
23 days ago
Hmm, I'm not so sure. Couldn't this also be seen as creating a level playing field for businesses owned by individuals with disabilities? It's a tricky one.
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Matthew
28 days ago
I agree with Stanton. This is clearly an effort to promote social and economic inclusion, not just cost savings.
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Stanton
1 month ago
Option B seems like the most appropriate answer. The government is trying to further socioeconomic goals by supporting businesses owned by individuals with disabilities.
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Peggie
1 month ago
I’m a bit confused; I can see how it might be seen as bias, but I don’t think that’s the main point here. Maybe it’s A or B?
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Kris
1 month ago
I’m not entirely sure, but I feel like this could also relate to creating a level playing field, which is option A.
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Francoise
2 months ago
I remember studying about affirmative action and how it aims to create opportunities for underrepresented groups, so I think it might be B.
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Telma
2 months ago
Ah, I see what they're getting at here. This is about identifying the underlying rationale for the government's preference. I think I can narrow it down to a couple of the options and make a solid case for my answer.
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Corrina
2 months ago
This is a good opportunity to demonstrate my understanding of government policies and social equity considerations. I'll need to analyze each option and determine which one most accurately reflects the government's actions.
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Sharen
2 months ago
I'm a little confused by this question. The options seem to cover a wide range of possibilities, and I'm not sure which one best characterizes the situation. I'll need to re-read the prompt and think it through.
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Monroe
2 months ago
This is about supporting disabled entrepreneurs.
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Louvenia
2 months ago
Definitely! It supports equal opportunities.
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Chantell
3 months ago
I think it's about creating a level playing field.
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Colby
3 months ago
This question seems similar to one we practiced about government contracts and socioeconomic goals. I think B makes the most sense.
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Vanesa
3 months ago
Okay, I think I have a good handle on this. The key is to identify the primary purpose or motivation behind the government's preference for businesses owned by individuals with disabilities.
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Tula
4 months ago
Hmm, this seems like a tricky one. I'll need to carefully consider the different options and how they relate to the government's actions.
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Dawne
3 months ago
Yeah, but it also supports socioeconomic goals.
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