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Exam Code/Number: L5M5
Exam Name/Title: Managing Ethical Procurement and Supply (L5M5)
Certification Provider: CIPS
Corresponding Certification: CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Exam Questions: 91
Updated On: May 31, 2026

Question #31

Which of the following standards is applicable to governments rather than private businesses?

A. ILO Fundamental Principles of Human Rights

B. OECD Guidelines for MNEs

C. UN Global Compact

D. SA8000

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Question #32

The UK has introduced several pieces of legislation relevant to CSR. Which legislation ensures that employers keep their workers safe?

A. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

B. Disability Discrimination Act 1995

C. Working Time (Amendment) Regulations 2001

D. Companies Act 2006

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Question #33

How do Fair Trade organisations protect producers of raw materials from poor economic conditions?

A. Money is provided to communal funds

B. Final products are marketed as Fair Trade

C. A minimum price is set for purchase of items

D. A standard for working conditions is set

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Question #34

Charlie is 13 years old and sometimes helps his parents in their corner shop on weekends, while attending school during the week. Is this an example of child labour?

A. No - helping in a family business does not count as child labour

B. Yes - Charlie should report his parents to the police

C. Yes - any work by under 16s is child labour

D. No - Charlie is old enough not to be a child

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Question #35

Which of the following is an example of an organisation updating an internal governance standard?

A. A construction company begins to pay subcontractors the living wage

B. An IT provider updates an SOP to reflect a new version of cyber security software

C. Shareholders at a publishing house receive an additional dividend

D. A manufacturer achieves ISO 9001 for the first time

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Question #36

A procurement team runs a tender for new office furniture, prioritising cost. What is the main risk of this approach?

A. Receiving too many bids

B. Suppliers may sacrifice sustainability agenda

C. Not receiving any bids

D. Rushed tender process

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Question #37

Green Book Ltd wants to include ESG measures in contracts. Which of the following is not an ESG performance measure?

A. Social value

B. ED&I (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion)

C. Waste reduction

D. On time in full delivery

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Question #38

Which of the following is not considered to be an alternative form of dispute resolution?

A. Litigation

B. Mediation

C. Conciliation

D. Adjudication

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Question #39

Ruben is buying new machinery for his factory. He chooses a more expensive option after considering ESG factors. Why might this be?

A. The higher-priced item is from a more reputable company

B. The more expensive item will be more environmentally friendly

C. In terms of life-cycle costing, the more expensive item may be cheaper in the long term

D. The higher-priced item will be of better quality

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Question #40

Which of the following is a disadvantage of Low-Cost Country Sourcing (LCCS)? Select THREE

A. Low infrastructure costs

B. Inventory risks

C. Scalability of production

D. Currency fluctuations

E. Different laws and regulations

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Correct Answer: B,D,E Vote an answer

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