Darwin's Company Is Facing a Difficult Ethical Issue

question 84

Multiple Choice

Darwin's company is facing a difficult ethical issue. The firm has identified the various stakeholders and their issues and gathered the available data. Everyone with an interest in the issue has engaged in brainstorming and evaluation of alternatives. Management reviewed and refined the alternatives. It should now choose the course of action that

• A) maximizes profits.
• B) creates the least possible publicity.
• C) involves the fewest employees.
• D) minimizes costs.
• E) seems best after weighing the concerns of all stakeholders.

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