What does ethical auditing assess within an organization?

Ethical auditing specifically focuses on evaluating an organization's adherence to ethical standards and practices. This process involves examining the policies, procedures, and behaviors within the organization to ensure they align with established ethical guidelines and values.

By assessing adherence to ethical standards, ethical auditing helps identify areas where the organization may need improvement or reinforcement of its ethical commitments. This is essential for maintaining trust among stakeholders, including employees, customers, and the public. Furthermore, it can lead to recommendations for enhancing ethical behavior and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

In contrast, the other options do not align with the primary focus of ethical auditing. Financial performance metrics pertain to the financial health of the organization, employee productivity rates are related to efficiency and workload, and market share analysis concerns the organization’s position within its industry. While all these factors are important for a business's success, they do not directly assess how well the organization upholds its ethical standards.