Richard T DeGeorge Defends a Harm-Preventing View About Whistle-Blowing

question 18

Multiple Choice

Richard T. DeGeorge defends a harm-preventing view about whistle-blowing. In his view, it is permissible to blow the whistle just in case (1) a practice or product does or will cause serious harm to individuals or society at large; (2) the charge of wrongdoing has been brought to the attention of immediate superiors; and (3) no appropriate action has been taken to remedy the wrongdoing. Which ethical theory offers the best support of this account of whistle-blowing?

• A) Utilitarianism
• B) Ethical egoism
• C) Kantian duty ethics
• D) Virtue ethics
• E) None of the above

Apply GAAP principles to interim reporting and the recognition of losses.

Acknowledge the importance of full disclosure in financial reporting.

Identify disclosures required for reportable segments and exceptions.

Understand concepts and practices related to interim financial reporting and the recognition of expenses and revenues.

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Definitions:

Pedophilic

Pertaining to pedophilia, a psychiatric disorder in adults or older adolescents characterized by a primary or exclusive sexual attraction to prepubescent children.

Voyeuristic

Relating to or involving sexual pleasure gained from watching others when they are naked or engaged in sexual activity.

Exhibitionistic

Relating to behavior that is driven by a desire to attract attention to oneself, often in an inappropriate or sexually provocative manner.

Child Molestation

A criminal act involving the sexual abuse or exploitation of a child.