Which term describes the outcome of an action?

• A. Consequences
• B. Motivation
• C. Corporate Social Responsibility
• D. Integrity

Answer: (A)

Consequence is the term for the outcome of an action. After you act, the effects that follow—whether on people, processes, or results—are the consequences. They can be favorable or unfavorable and may be intended or unintended, and they often shape future behavior because people learn from what happens after they act. Motivation is the internal drive behind a decision, not the result. Corporate Social Responsibility describes a company’s responsibilities to society and stakeholders, not the direct outcome of a single action. Integrity is about honesty and consistency in actions, not the resulting effect.