Which of the Following Is an Example of an Ethical

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an ethical dilemma?

• A)Deciding whether or not to inform employees that layoffs are coming,when a big project needs to be finished
• B)Deciding whether or not to sell company stock when you have inside information on a coming downturn
• C)Deciding whether or not to use the copy machine for your personal papers
• D)Deciding whether or not to declare the costs of your vacation travel as a deductible business expense

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Definitions:

Tax Loopholes

Provisions in the tax law that allow individuals or corporations to reduce their tax liabilities through legal means, often seen as exploiting the tax system.

Rising Debt

The increasing amount of money that is owed by individuals, corporations, or governments.

Means Of Production

The resources and materials used to produce goods and services, including tools, machinery, and buildings.

Karl Marx

A 19th-century philosopher, economist, and revolutionary known for his theories about capitalism, class struggle, and the development of social systems.