A Virtue-Ethics-Minded Manager Is Trying to Persuade a Utilitarian-Minded Employee

question 20

Multiple Choice

A virtue-ethics-minded manager is trying to persuade a utilitarian-minded employee of the benefit of giving up some of her responsibilities to a new employee. The manager's best argument would likely be that ______.

• A) giving the new employee some important tasks will make her feel welcome, raise overall productivity, and benefit everyone in the department
• B) giving the new employee some important tasks is the virtuous thing to do
• C) giving the new employee some important tasks will make the new employee happier
• D) relinquishing some tasks will free up some of the older employee's time and give her more needed leisure

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Definitions:

Tort of False Imprisonment

A legal claim against someone who intentionally restricts another's freedom to move without authority, justification, or consent.

Complete Restraint

A legal term referring to an agreement or clause that totally restricts a party's freedom or action.

Wrongful Interference

Actions that unlawfully disrupt or meddle in the business relationships or contracts between others, causing harm.

Goods

Tangible personal property that can be bought, sold, or exchanged, excluding money and intangible assets.