Ray, the Manager of Soy Farm Inc

question 71

Multiple Choice

Ray, the manager of Soy Farm Inc., must decide whether to plant genetically modified seed that could spread to the crop of an adjacent farm, whose owner opposes its use. Not using the seed could cut Soy's production and profitability, impacting its owners, employees, creditors, and others. If Ray considers all of these factors in making his decision, he is likely applying

• A)religious principles.
• B)the categorical imperative.
• C)the principle of rights theory.
• D)utilitarianism.

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Definitions:

Long Run

An economic term referring to a period during which all inputs or factors of production can be varied, and there are no fixed constraints.

Average Fixed Costs

The fixed costs (those not changing with output level) of production divided by the quantity of output produced.

Marginal Cost

The extra expense incurred from manufacturing an additional unit of a product or service.

Price of Labor

The compensation paid to employees for their work or services, typically measured in terms of wages or salary.