In Considering Whether or Not to Do a Certain Action

question 59

Multiple Choice

In considering whether or not to do a certain action based on ethical reasoning,a manager asks herself: "If I act in this way,would my family approve of my actions?" Which of the following ethical principles is she applying?

• A) The ends-means ethic
• B) The intuition ethic
• C) The organization ethic
• D) The disclosure rule

---

Definitions:

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

A retirement plan where employee benefits are calculated on a formula including salary history and duration of employment, with the employer bearing investment risk.

Pension Plan Asset

The resources set aside to meet future pension obligations, including investments and other assets.

IFRS

International Financial Reporting Standards is a set of accounting standards developed by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) that is applied globally.

U.S. GAAP

The Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States, a framework of accounting standards and procedures used in the U.S. to compile financial statements.