Which of the Following Practices Would Not Be Considered Ethical

question 191

Multiple Choice

Which of the following practices would not be considered ethical?

• A)Failing to record an expense even though cash has been paid.
• B)Recording 31 days of sales in April.
• C)Using the cash basis of accounting.
• D)Adjusting the accounts after a trial balance has been prepared.

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Definitions:

Utilitarianism

An ethical theory suggesting that the best action is the one that maximizes utility, often defined in terms of the well-being of sentient entities.

Humanism

An outlook or system of thought attaching prime importance to human rather than divine or supernatural matters, emphasizing human dignity and potential.

Approved Standards

Refers to formal guidelines or specifications that have been validated by an authoritative body or consensus for repeated use.

Unethical Behavior

Not conforming to a set of approved standards of behavior— cheating on an exam, for example.