What grade levels do these standards cover?

Grade 9, Grade 11, Grade 10, and Grade 12

Where can I read the official document?

BB30 Business Ethics and Law I 2024 Curriculum Guide

K–12 Standards

Business Ethics and Law I (2024)
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Understand the career pathway(s) and career opportunities in the Business Ethics and Law pathway. 1,00

1
Understand career opportunities in the Business Ethics and Law pathway.1.01
1. A
  Understand career opportunities in the Business Ethics and Law pathway. 1.01.A
  1
  Career research1.01.A.1
  2
  High-skill, high-wage, or in-demand careers in pathway 1.01.A.2
  a
  Local1.01.A.2.a
  b
  State1.01.A.2.b
  c
  National1.01.A.2.c
  3
  Relevant career and postsecondary requirements1.01.A.3
2
Understand opportunities in DECA and/or FBLA.1.02
1. A
  Understand opportunities in DECA and/or FBLA 1.02.A
  1
  Skill development1.02.A.1
  2
  Leadership 1.02.A.2
  3
  Service learning1.02.A.3
  4
  Competitive and professional development experiences1.02.A.4

Understand the development of durable employability skills.2.00

1
Recognize durable employability skills and their importance.2.01
1. A
  Recognize durable employability skills and their importance. 2.01.A
  1
  Adaptability2.01.A.1
  2
  Collaboration2.01.A.2
  3
  Communication2.01.A.3
  4
  Critical thinking2.01.A.4
  5
  Empathy2.01.A.5
  6
  Learner’s mindset2.01.A.6
  7
  Personal responsibility2.01.A.7
2
Understand the development of durable employability skills.2.02
1. A
  Understand the development of durable employability skills2.02.A
  2
  Strategies for developing skills2.02.A.2
  1
  Relevance to pathway careers2.02.A.1

Understand ethical and legal issues affecting business.3.00

1
Understanding ethical reasoning and consequences for businesses.3.01
1. A
  Understand ethics and regulations. 3.01.A
  1
  Code of ethics3.01.A.1
  a
  Morals3.01.A.1.a
  1
  Respect3.01.A.1.a.1
  2
  Integrity3.01.A.1.a.2
  b
  Consequential 3.01.A.1.b
  c
  Rule-based3.01.A.1.c
  2
  Understand regulations 3.01.A.2
  a
  Governing laws3.01.A.2.a
  b
  Consequence of breaching3.01.A.2.b
2. B
  Understand the need for business ethics.3.01.B
  1
  Crucial for trust3.01.B.1
  2
  Boosts reputation3.01.B.2
  3
  Social responsibility3.01.B.3
3. C
  Understand reasons that businesspeople choose to behave unethically. 3.01.C
  1
  Financial gain3.01.C.1
  2
  Peer pressure3.01.C.2
4. D
  Understand the impact of unethical behavior on a business. 3.01.D
  1
  Affects stakeholders3.01.D.1
  2
  Damages trust3.01.D.2
  3
  Viability3.01.D.3
2
Understand types and purposes of laws that affect business. 3.02
1. A
  Understand the types and purposes of laws that affect business.3.02.A
  1
  Contract Law3.02.A.1
  a
  Legally binding agreements 3.02.A.1.a
  b
  Elements contract3.02.A.1.b
  1
  Offer3.02.A.1.b.1
  2
  Acceptance3.02.A.1.b.2
  3
  Consideration3.02.A.1.b.3
  4
  Legality3.02.A.1.b.4
  5
  Capacity3.02.A.1.b.5
  c
  Ensures fulfillment of obligations3.02.A.1.c
  d
  Fosters trust in business relationships3.02.A.1.d
  2
  Sales Law3.02.A.2
  a
  Regulates purchase and sale of goods3.02.A.2.a
  b
  Buyer-seller rights and responsibilities3.02.A.2.b
  1
  Warranties3.02.A.2.b.1
  2
  Delivery terms3.02.A.2.b.2
  c
  Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)3.02.A.2.c
  3
  Property Law3.02.A.3
  a
  Ownership rights3.02.A.3.a
  1
  Real property (land and buildings)3.02.A.3.a.1
  2
  Personal property (goods)3.02.A.3.a.2
  b
  Importance of deeds3.02.A.3.b
  c
  Common property disputes3.02.A.3.c
  4
  Intellectual Property3.02.A.4
  a
  Protection of mind creations3.02.A.4.a
  1
  Patents3.02.A.4.a.1
  2
  Trademarks3.02.A.4.a.2
  3
  Copyrights3.02.A.4.a.3
  4
  Trade secrets3.02.A.4.a.4
  b
  Protection roles3.02.A.4.b
  5
  E-Commerce Law3.02.A.5
  a
  Legal issues in online transactions3.02.A.5.a
  1
  E-contracts3.02.A.5.a.1
  2
  Data privacy3.02.A.5.a.2
  3
  Cybersecurity3.02.A.5.a.3
  b
  Cybersecurity issues3.02.A.5.b
  c
  Electronic contracts3.02.A.5.c
  d
  Digital signatures3.02.A.5.d
  6
  Bankruptcy Law3.02.A.6
  a
  Financial distress3.02.A.6.a
  b
  Types of bankruptcy3.02.A.6.b
  1
  Chapter 73.02.A.6.b.1
  2
  Chapter 113.02.A.6.b.2
  3
  Chapter 13 3.02.A.6.b.3
  c
  Purpose3.02.A.6.c
  1
  Debt management3.02.A.6.c.1
  2
  Protects assets3.02.A.6.c.2
  3
  Restructure of operations3.02.A.6.c.3
  7
  Tax Law3.02.A.7
  a
  Business taxation3.02.A.7.a
  b
  Common business taxes3.02.A.7.b
  1
  Income tax3.02.A.7.b.1
  2
  Sales tax3.02.A.7.b.2
  3
  Payroll tax3.02.A.7.b.3
  c
  Tax compliance3.02.A.7.c
3
Understand how the civil and criminal justice systems relate to business.3.03
1. A
  Understand the reasoning for the civil and criminal justice system. 3.03.A
  1
  Civil and criminal law reasoning3.03.A.1
  a
  Enforce laws3.03.A.1.a
  b
  Ensure accountability3.03.A.1.b
  c
  Protect public health3.03.A.1.c
  d
  Protect economy3.03.A.1.d
  e
  Protect competition3.03.A.1.e
  f
  Conserve the environment3.03.A.1.f
  g
  Protect consumers and investors3.03.A.1.g
  h
  Regulate workplace conditions3.03.A.1.h
  2
  Purpose of the civil justice system3.03.A.2
  a
  Resolve disputes3.03.A.2.a
  b
  Compensate injured party3.03.A.2.b
  c
  Restore pre-incident state3.03.A.2.c
  3
  Importance of negligence3.03.A.3
  a
  Assumption of risk3.03.A.3.a
  b
  Contributory negligence3.03.A.3.b
  c
  Comparative negligence3.03.A.3.c
  4
  Regulatory agencies3.03.A.4
  a
  Federal Trade Commission (FTC)3.03.A.4.a
  b
  Federal Communications Commission3.03.A.4.b
  c
  Food and Drug Administration 3.03.A.4.c
  d
  Occupational Safety and Health Administration3.03.A.4.d
  5
  Purpose of the criminal justice system3.03.A.5
  a
  Address crimes3.03.A.5.a
  b
  Punish offenders3.03.A.5.b
  c
  Deters future crimes 3.03.A.5.

Understand forms of business ownership.4.00

1
Understand advantages and disadvantages of each form of business ownership. 4.01
1. A
  Understand the advantages and disadvantages of each form of business ownership.4.01.A
  1
  Sole Proprietorship4.01.A.1
  a
  Advantages4.01.A.1.a
  1
  Easy setup4.01.A.1.a.1
  2
  Owner has full control 4.01.A.1.a.2
  3
  Lower taxes4.01.A.1.a.3
  4
  Easy to close4.01.A.1.a.4
  5
  Owner retains all profit4.01.A.1.a.5
  b
  Disadvantages4.01.A.1.b
  1
  Limited capital and resources4.01.A.1.b.1
  2
  Personal liability4.01.A.1.b.2
  3
  Limited expertise and capabilities4.01.A.1.b.3
  2
  Partnership4.01.A.2
  a
  Advantages4.01.A.2.a
  1
  Workload and decision-making sharing4.01.A.2.a.1
  2
  Ease of startup4.01.A.2.a.2
  3
  Capital and resource pooling4.01.A.2.a.3
  4
  Pass-through taxation4.01.A.2.a.4
  5
  Decreased competition4.01.A.2.a.5
  b
  Disadvantages4.01.A.2.b
  1
  Personal liability4.01.A.2.b.1
  2
  Limited capital4.01.A.2.b.2
  3
  Disagreements with partners4.01.A.2.b.3
  4
  Profit sharing4.01.A.2.b.4
  3
  Corporation4.01.A.3
  a
  Advantages4.01.A.3.a
  1
  Limited liability4.01.A.3.a.1
  2
  Stock option to raise capital4.01.A.3.a.2
  3
  Unlimited life 4.01.A.3.a.3
  4
  Easy to transfer ownership4.01.A.3.a.4
  5
  Skilled personnel 4.01.A.3.a.5
  b
  Disadvantages4.01.A.3.b
  1
  Difficulty in forming and operating4.01.A.3.b.1
  2
  Higher administrative costs4.01.A.3.b.2
  3
  Subject to double taxation4.01.A.3.b.3
  4
  Shareholders have limited control4.01.A.3.b.4
  4
  Franchise4.01.A.4
  a
  Advantages4.01.A.4.a
  1
  Established and recognized brand 4.01.A.4.a.1
  2
  Support provided for training, marketing, and operations4.01.A.4.a.2
  3
  Security of proven market4.01.A.4.a.3
  b
  Disadvantages4.01.A.4.b
  1
  Upfront fees4.01.A.4.b.1
  2
  Adherence to rules and standards 4.01.A.4.b.2
  3
  Profit sharing4.01.A.4.b.3
  5
  Limited Liability Company (LLC)4.01.A.5
  a
  Advantages4.01.A.5.a
  1
  Personal asset protection4.01.A.5.a.1
  2
  Management structure flexibility4.01.A.5.a.2
  3
  Ownership structure options4.01.A.5.a.3
  b
  Disadvantages4.01.A.5.b
  1
  Lifespan limits4.01.A.5.b.1
  2
  Capital challenges4.01.A.5.b.2
  6
  S Corp4.01.A.6
  a
  Advantages4.01.A.6.a
  1
  Tax savings4.01.A.6.a.1
  2
  Personal asset protection4.01.A.6.a.2
  b
  Disadvantages4.01.A.6.a.b
  1
  Ownership restrictions4.01.A.6.a.b.1
  2
  Operational formalities4.01.A.6.a.b.2
  a
  regular shareholder meetings4.01.A.6.a.b.2.a
  b
  detailed corporate records4.01.A.6.a.b.2.b
  7
  Hybrid4.01.A.7
  a
  Advantages4.01.A.7.a
  1
  Business structures flexibility4.01.A.7.a.1
  2
  Limit personal liability with control 4.01.A.7.a.2
  3
  Customizable4.01.A.7.a.3
  4
  Cost to start and operate4.01.A.7.a.4
  b
  Disadvantages4.01.A.7.b
  1
  Structure complexity4.01.A.7.b.1
  2
  Regulatory compliance4.01.A.7.b.2
  3
  Stakeholder confusion with structure4.01.A.7.b.3
2
Understand factors for selecting forms of business ownership. 4.02
1. A
  Understand the factors for selecting forms of business ownership. 4.02.A
  1
  Liability4.02.A.1
  a
  Unlimited4.02.A.1.a
  b
  Limited4.02.A.1.b
  2
  Capital requirements4.02.A.2
  a
  Startup funds4.02.A.2.a
  b
  Operating expenses4.02.A.2.b
  3
  Control4.02.A.3
  4
  Tax implications4.02.A.4
  5
  Ease of formation4.02.A.5
  6
  Business vision4.02.A.6
  7
  Exit Strategy4.02.A.7
  8
  Risk tolerance4.02.A.8
  9
  Industry influence and regulation4.02.A.9
  10
  Resource sharing4.02.A.10

Understand the nature of ethical practices and regulations within the workplace environment.5.00

1
Understand ethical labor practices.5.01
1. A
  Understand ethical labor practices.5.01.A
  1
  Ethical hiring5.01.A.1
  a
  Equal opportunity5.01.A.1.a
  b
  Bias elimination5.01.A.1.b
  2
  Laws of labor practices5.01.A.2
  a
  Civil Rights Act of 19645.01.A.2.a
  b
  Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 19725.01.A.2.b
  3
  Ethical promotion.5.01.A.3
  a
  Qualifications-based promotion 5.01.A.3.a
  b
  Promotions should be earned through hard work and competence.5.01.A.3.b
  c
  Transparency in promotion decisions to build trust among employees. 5.01.A.3.
2
Understand regulations that affect the workplace. 5.02
1. A
  Understand regulations that affect the workplace. 5.02.A
  1
  Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)5.02.A.1
  a
  Sets safety standards5.02.A.1.a
  i
  Establish safety regulations5.02.A.1.a.i
  ii
  Conducting inspection5.02.A.1.a.ii
  iii
  Promoting safety training5.02.A.1.a.iii
  b
  Enforcement of standards5.02.A.1.b
  2
  Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)5.02.A.2
  a
  Prohibits disability discrimination 5.02.A.2.a
  b
  Ensure reasonable accommodations5.02.A.2.b
  c
  Promotes inclusion and equal opportunities5.02.A.2.c
  3
  Workers' Compensation 5.02.A.3
  a
  Worker benefits 5.02.A.3.a
  i
  medical care5.02.A.3.a.i
  ii
  disability payments5.02.A.3.a.ii
  iii
  rehabilitation services5.02.A.3.a.iii
  b
  Injury protection5.02.A.3.b
  c
  Mandates employer insurance coverage5.02.A.3.c
3
Understand compliance with compensation and benefit laws.5.03
1. A
  Understand compliance with compensation and benefit laws. 5.03.A
  1
  Age Discrimination in Employment Act5.03.A.1
  2
  Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)5.03.A.2
  3
  Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) 5.03.A.3
  4
  North Carolina Youth Employment Provisions5.03.A.4
  5
  Right-To-Work Law5.03.A.5
  6
  Social Security Act5.03.A.6
  7
  Civil Rights Act of 19915.03.A.7
  8
  Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 19645.03.A.8

Understand ethical and legal considerations of finance in business.6.00

1
Understand the role of ethics in business finance.6.01
1. A
  Understand the role of ethics in business finance. 6.01.A
  1
  Obedience to authority6.01.A.1
  2
  Conformity6.01.A.2
  3
  Groupthink6.01.A.3
  4
  Over-optimism 6.01.A.4
  5
  Impact of short-term gratification 6.01.A.5
  6
  Self-interest6.01.A.6
2
Understand business finance laws and regulations.6.02
1. A
  Understand business finance laws and regulations. 6.02.A
  1
  Key laws6.02.A.1
  a
  Securities Act of 19336.02.A.1.a
  b
  Securities Exchange Act of 19346.02.A.1.b
  c
  Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 20026.02.A.1.c
  d
  Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)6.02.A.1.d
  e
  Equal Credit Opportunity Act 6.02.A.1.e
  2
  Internal Revenue Service (IRS)6.02.A.2
  3
  Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) 6.02.A.3
3
Understand federal regulations of lending functions.6.03
1. A
  Understand federal regulations and lending functions.6.03.A
  1
  Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) 6.03.A.1
  a
  Consumer protection6.03.A.1.a
  b
  Fair banking practices6.03.A.1.b
  2
  Lending function regulations. 6.03.A.2
  a
  Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA). 6.03.A.2.a
  1
  Anti-discrimination6.03.A.2.a.1
  2
  Fair access 6.03.A.2.a.2
  b
  Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)6.03.A.2.b
  1
  Protection of consumers' credit information6.03.A.2.b.1
  2
  Right to dispute inaccuracies on credit6.03.A.2.b.2
  c
  Usury Laws 6.03.A.2.c
  1
  Protects from excessive interest rates6.03.A.2.c.1
  2
  Lending limits6.03.A.2.c.2
  d
  Truth in Lending Act (TILA)6.03.A.2.d
  1
  Ensures transparency in lending6.03.A.2.d.1
  2
  Borrower protection6.03.A.2.d.2
  3
  Borrower empowerment 6.03.A.2.d.3
4
Understand the provisions of bankruptcy law. 6.04
1. A
  Understand the provisions of bankruptcy law. 6.04.A
  1
  Forms of bankruptcy 6.04.A.1
  a
  Chapter 7: 6.04.A.1.a
  1
  Liquidation form6.04.A.1.a.1
  2
  Used when business is no longer viable6.04.A.1.a.2
  3
  Insufficient assets and income to continue6.04.A.1.a.3
  b
  Chapter 11:6.04.A.1.b
  1
  Reorganization form6.04.A.1.b.1
  2
  Used by businesses to reorganize 6.04.A.1.b.2
  3
  Continue operations while repaying debts6.04.A.1.b.3
  c
  Chapter 12:6.04.A.1.c
  1
  Form used by family farmer or fisherman6.04.A.1.c.1
  2
  Restructures debt6.04.A.1.c.2
  3
  Allows to continue operations6.04.A.1.c.3
  d
  Chapter 13:6.04.A.1.d
  1
  Repayment form6.04.A.1.d.1
  2
  Personal reorganization6.04.A.1.d.2
  3
  Repay debts over time.6.04.A.1.d.3
  2
  Factors to consider in bankruptcy.6.04.A.2
  a
  Legal counsel6.04.A.2.a
  b
  Business future goals6.04.A.2.b
  c
  Creditor cooperation6.04.A.2.c
  d
  Filing cost 6.04.A.2.d

Understand the impact of environmental and energy law on business.7.00

1
Understand the nature of environmental and energy law. 7.01
1. A
  Understand the nature of environmental and energy law. 7.01.A
  1
  Business impact 7.01.A.1
  a
  Protect environment7.01.A.1.a
  b
  Preserve environmental history7.01.A.1.b
  2
  Core principles 7.01.A.2
  a
  Prevent environmental harm7.01.A.2.a
  b
  Cleanup is polluter responsibility7.01.A.2.b
  c
  Promote sustainability7.01.A.2.c
  3
  Energy law7.01.A.3
  a
  Focus7.01.A.3.a
  1
  Production7.01.A.3.a.1
  2
  Distribution7.01.A.3.a.2
  3
  Use of energy resources 7.01.A.3.a.3
  b
  Energy Independence & Security Act7.01.A.3.b
  1
  Enhance energy security 7.01.A.3.b.1
  2
  Improve energy efficiency7.01.A.3.b.2
  3
  Promote renewable energy sources7.01.A.3.b.3
  c
  Department of Energy. 7.01.A.3.c
  1
  Overseeing energy-related policies and programs7.01.A.3.c.1
  2
  National energy security7.01.A.3.c.2
  3
  Promotes scientific innovation7.01.A.3.c.3
  d
  Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 7.01.A.3.d
  1
  Protect human health and environment7.01.A.3.d.1
  2
  Enforces regulations7.01.A.3.d.2
  e
  Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). 7.01.A.3.e
  1
  Oversees electricity, natural gas, and oil7.01.A.3.e.1
  2
  Energy market regulation7.01.A.3.e.2
  3
  Regulates hydroelectric projects7.01.A.3.e.3
  f
  Clean Water Act.7.01.A.3.f
  1
  Regulates discharge of pollutants7.01.A.3.f.1
  2
  Maintains and restores water resources7.01.A.3.f.2
  3
  Establishes standards7.01.A.3.f.3
  g
  National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). 7.01.A.3.g
  1
  Environmental impact statements 7.01.A.3.g.1
  2
  Alternative courses of action7.01.A.3.g.2
  h
  Pollution Protection Act. 7.01.A.3.h
  1
  Preventing pollutants7.01.A.3.h.1
  2
  Reducing pollutants7.01.A.3.h.2
  i
  Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).7.01.A.3.i
  1
  Nuclear materials and facilities7.01.A.3.i.1
  2
  Licenses and regulates7.01.A.3.i.2
  a
  Reactors7.01.A.3.i.2.a
  b
  Materials7.01.A.3.i.2.b
  c
  Waste disposal 7.01.A.3.i.2.c
  j
  Clean Air Act.7.01.A.3.j
  1
  Control air pollution 7.01.A.3.j.1
  a
  Set national air quality standards 7.01.A.3.j.1.a
  b
  Regulate emissions7.01.A.3.j.1.b
  2
  Reduce pollutants7.01.A.3.j.2
  k
  Energy Policy Act. 7.01.A.3.k
  1
  Diversify energy supply 7.01.A.3.k.1
  2
  Promote energy efficiency and conservation7.01.A.3.k.2
  3
  Energy security7.01.A.3.k.3
  4
  Provisions7.01.A.3.k.4
  a
  Renewable energy7.01.A.3.k.4.a
  b
  Alternative fuels 7.01.A.3.k.4.b
  c
  Energy infrastructure 7.01.A.3.k.4.c
  d
  Energy efficiency standards7.01.A.3.k.4.d
2
Understand the role of regulatory agencies in safeguarding ethical practices that prevent negative environmental impacts. 7.02
1. A
  Understand the role of regulatory agencies and laws in safeguarding ethical practices to ensure against negative environmental impacts.7.02.A
  1
  Positive and negative impacts 7.02.A.1
  a
  Legal consequences 7.02.A.1.a
  b
  Ethical responsibilities7.02.A.1.b
  2
  Enforcement of laws7.02.A.2
  a
  Conduct inspections 7.02.A.2.a
  b
  Issue permits7.02.A.2.b
  c
  Enforce penalties7.02.A.2.c
  3
  Regulatory Agencies.7.02.A.3
  a
  Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).7.02.A.3.a
  b
  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).7.02.A.3.b
  c
  Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). 7.02.A.3.c
  4
  Key Environmental Laws. 7.02.A.4
  a
  Clean Air Act (CAA).7.02.A.4.a
  b
  Clean Water Act (CWA). 7.02.A.4.b
  c
  Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).7.02.A.4.c
  d
  National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).7.02.A.4.d
  e
  Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). 7.02.A.4.e

Understand the importance for a business to be ethically and legally responsible digital citizens. 8.00

1
Understand the impact of cyberethics on a business. 8.01
1. A
  Understand the impact of cyberethics on a business. 8.01.A
  1
  Related ethical issues 8.01.A.1
  a
  computer technology8.01.A.1.a
  b
  internet use8.01.A.1.b
  c
  digital communication 8.01.A.1.c
  2
  Crucial for business8.01.A.2
  a
  Protecting customer data and privacy8.01.A.2.a
  b
  Avoiding cyberbullying and harassment in the workplace8.01.A.2.b
  c
  Preventing cyberattacks and data breaches 8.01.A.2.c
  d
  Impacts a company’s reputation, brand image, and customer trust8.01.A.2.d
  3
  Digital footprint 8.01.A.3
  a
  Online trace effects8.01.A.3.a
  b
  Online reputation 8.01.A.3.b
2
Understand the impact of e-commerce laws on business.8.02
1. A
  Understand the impact of e-commerce laws on business.8.02.A
  1
  Law purpose 8.02.A.1
  a
  Online regulation 8.02.A.1.a
  b
  Consumer protection8.02.A.1.b
  c
  Ensure fair business practices8.02.A.1.c
  d
  Maintain trust in online markets8.02.A.1.d
  e
  Data protection8.02.A.1.e
  f
  Consumer rights 8.02.A.1.f
  g
  Contract enforcement8.02.A.1.g
  2
  Common e-commerce laws8.02.A.2
  a
  General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)8.02.A.2.a
  1
  Govern data protection8.02.A.2.a.1
  2
  Ensure privacy8.02.A.2.a.2
  3
  Data handling 8.02.A.2.a.3
  i
  Must obtain explicit consent8.02.A.2.a.3.i
  ii
  Right to access, correct, and delete8.02.A.2.a.3.ii
  4
  Data breaches8.02.A.2.a.4
  i
  must be reported within 72 hours8.02.A.2.a.4.i
  ii
  Fines for non-compliance 8.02.A.2.a.4.ii
  b
  Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)8.02.A.2.b
  1
  Governs commercial transactions8.02.A.2.b.1
  2
  Rules for forming and enforcing contracts8.02.A.2.b.2
  3
  Defines the rights and obligations8.02.A.2.b.3
  i
  warranties8.02.A.2.b.3.i
  ii
  delivery terms8.02.A.2.b.3.ii
  iii
  electronic signatures8.02.A.2.b.3.iii
  4
  Enforce electronic contracts8.02.A.2.b.4
  c
  Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)8.02.A.2.c
  1
  Protect the privacy of children 8.02.A.2.c.1
  2
  Set requirements for collecting children’s information8.02.A.2.c.2
  3
  Must obtain verifiable parental consent8.02.A.2.c.3
  4
  Restrictions8.02.A.2.c.4
  i
  Advertising to children8.02.A.2.c.4.i
  ii
  Tracking of activities8.02.A.2.c.4.ii
  3
  Consumer Protection Laws8.02.A.3
  a
  Product quality8.02.A.3.a
  b
  Product warranties8.02.A.3.b
  c
  Pricing transparency8.02.A.3.c
  d
  Resolution of disputes 8.02.A.3.d
  e
  Clear pricing information8.02.A.3.e
  f
  Right to return or exchange goods8.02.A.3.f
  g
  Consumer complaints and disputes8.02.A.3.g
  4
  Impact on business.8.02.A.4
  a
  Fines8.02.A.4.a
  b
  Legal actions8.02.A.4.b
  c
  Damage to reputation8.02.A.4.c
  5
  Benefits of compliance8.02.A.5
  a
  Building and maintaining customer trust8.02.A.5.a
  b
  Avoiding costly legal battles and fines8.02.A.5.b
  c
  Preserving the company's reputation and brand image8.02.A.5.c

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What grade levels do these standards cover?: Grade 9, Grade 11, Grade 10, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?: BB30 Business Ethics and Law I 2024 Curriculum Guide

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