In the Pinto Case, Ford Relied on Which Approaches to Ethical

question 25

Multiple Choice

In the Pinto case, Ford relied on which approaches to ethical reasoning to decide on a course of action with respect to the faulty gas tank placement:

• A) Egoism and utilitarianism
• B) Enlightened egoism and rights theory
• C) Ethical legalism and utilitarianism
• D) Justice and rights theory

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Definitions:

Psychological Experiment

A research method in psychology that tests hypotheses and theories by observing the outcomes of controlled interventions on human or animal subjects.

Independent Variable

In an experiment, the variable that is intentionally changed or manipulated by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Alcohol Consumption

The act of drinking beverages containing ethyl alcohol, which can affect cognitive and physical functions.

Physical Coordination Skills

Abilities that involve the use of the body's muscles in a synchronized manner to perform tasks efficiently and effectively.