If the Engineer in the Volkswagen Scenario Is Following an Egoist

question 87

Multiple Choice

If the engineer in the Volkswagen scenario is following an egoist ethical theory, what question would be most important to ask about the possible action options?

• A) "Which option will bring the most benefit to stakeholders?"
• B) "Which option will cause the most harm to my social group?"
• C) "Which option will be most likely to get the company caught and punished?"
• D) "Which option will benefit me the most?"

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