Corporate Principles
Conflict of Interest & Ethics
Compliance & Anti-Corruption
Data AI & Information Security
Human Rights, Environment & Speak-Up
100

True or False

The Integrity Code promotes balancing economic, environmental, and social responsibilities.

True

100

True Or False 

The reference value for gifts from third parties is €100.

False


100

True Or False

Facilitation payments are acceptable if they help speed up a government process.

False



100

True Or False

Personal data should only be accessed when there is a legitimate business need.

True

100

True Or False

Employees should report concerns only when they have proof beyond doubt.

False

200

. Which Corporate Principle promotes different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences as a strength?

A. Openness and Transparency
B. Diversity
C. Fairness and Respect
D. Compliance

B. Diversity


200

Why should potential conflicts of interest be disclosed?

A. To avoid annual performance reviews
B. To protect fair and objective business decisions
C. To reduce workload for managers
D. To allow employees to choose suppliers freely

B. To protect fair and objective business decisions

200

Which statement best reflects the Integrity Code?

A. Small bribes are acceptable

B. Bribery may be used to win contracts 

C. Mercedes-Benz supports fair competition

D. Competition laws only apply to managers

C

200

Which AI principle focuses on understanding how an AI system reaches its conclusions?

A. Reliability 

B. Security 

C. Explainability

D. Privacy

C. Explainability

200

Why is diversity important in the workplace?

A. It helps bring different perspectives and ideas 

B. It reduces the need for training

C. It guarantees business success 

D. It simplifies decision-making

A. It helps bring different perspectives and ideas

300

You discover a business opportunity that would generate significant revenue but could negatively affect the environment.

What should guide your decision?

Economic, environmental, and social responsibilities must all be considered.

300

You are part of a supplier selection committee. During the process, you discover that one bidder is owned by your cousin.

What should you do?

Disclose the conflict immediately and remove yourself from the decision process where necessary.

300

Which of the following is the strongest indicator that a business transaction should be reviewed more carefully?

A. The customer asks many questions
B. A third party requests unusual payment arrangements
C. The project is profitable
D. The customer is from another country

B. A third party requests unusual payment arrangements

300

A colleague wants to upload customer information into a free public AI tool to generate a report.

What should happen?

 The data must not be shared without authorization and appropriate safeguards.

300

 What is one key focus of Mercedes-Benz's Corporate Citizenship Strategy?

Ecological sustainability or community empowerment.

400

 What three elements should be balanced according to Corporate Principle 1?

 Profitability, People, and the Environment

400

What is the reference value for invitations from third parties? 

€100

400

What is the purpose of sanctions screening?

To ensure business is not conducted with restricted or sanctioned persons or entities.

400

Name two principles from the Data Vision. 

 Data Quality, Transparency, Choice, Data Security, Data Ethics, Consumer & Employee Benefit, Business Potential. (Any 2)

400

You suspect a colleague may be involved in money laundering activities, but you are not completely certain.

What should you do?

Report the concern through the appropriate channels.

500

Name all five Corporate Principles

  • Sustainable value creation
  • Act responsibly and respect the rules
  • Openness and transparency
  • Fairness and respect
  • Diversity
500

Name four examples of situations that may create a conflict of interest.

  • Gifts and hospitality
  • Side activities/second jobs
  • Membership in governing bodies
  • Financial interests in suppliers
  • Financial interests in customers
  • Financial interests in competitors
  • Family relationships affecting business decisions
500

Name five compliance risks specifically addressed in the Integrity Code.

  • Corruption
  • Bribery
  • Antitrust violations
  • Money laundering
  • Sanctions violations
  • Fraud
  • Human rights violations
  • Environmental violations
500

Name the five AI Principles contained in the Integrity Code.

 

  • Responsible Use of AI
  • Explainability
  • Protection of Privacy
  • Security
  • Reliability
500

Name five questions from the Integrity Code's decision-making/self-check framework.

  • Is it legal?
  • Is it consistent with the Integrity Code?
  • Does it align with company values?
  • Can I take responsibility for it?
  • Am I acting as a role model?
  • Would I be comfortable if it became public?
  • Would I be comfortable reading about it in a newspaper?
  • Does it feel right?
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