Danika, a Board Member for a Medium-Sized Corporation, Faces an Ethical

question 32

Multiple Choice

Danika, a board member for a medium-sized corporation, faces an ethical dilemma. She is unsure whether the board should fire senior employees who have violated rules or merely discipline those employees but keep them on staff to avoid potentially harmful publicity. Danika asks herself, "Would my family members and friends approve of this decision, and am I willing to see the decision communicated to all people and groups affected?" Asking this question is part of the ________ rule.

• A)justice
• B)moral rights
• C)utilitarian
• D)practical

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Definitions:

Profit Rate

The ratio of profits generated to the amount of capital or investment, indicative of the financial health and efficiency of an entity.

Demand And Supply

Fundamental economic concepts that describe the amount of a product or service available for sale (supply) and the desire of buyers for it (demand), influencing its price.

GDP

Gross Domestic Product; the total value of all goods and services produced over a specific time period within a country's borders, used as a broad measure of economic performance.

Corporate Pretax Profits

The earnings of a corporation before income taxes are deducted, reflecting the operational and financial performance of the company.