VW Discovered That Its Engineers Had Developed a Software Program

question 117

Multiple Choice

VW discovered that its engineers had developed a software program that allowed some of its car models to run without emissions controls except when the cars were undergoing emissions testing.The company goal was to reduce emissions and maintain fuel efficiency.The falsification of emissions data is a federal crime.​Which of the following statements best describes the ethical position of the VW employees?

• A)​If it's legal, its ethical.
• B)​If we are under pressure to keep the fuel efficiency up with emissions controls, we do what it takes.
• C)Who's to find out?
• D)both b and c

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