Which of the Following Is an Example of an Ethical

question 2

Multiple Choice

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

• A) Do I inflate an employee's evaluation to save his job?
• B) Do I offer a bribe to land a contract?
• C) Do I write a check on a closed account?
• D) Do I fire an employee to avoid paying her a big bonus?
• E) Do I fire a whistle blower for exposing the company's wrongdoing?

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Definitions:

Hire-At-Will

An employment arrangement where the employer or the employee can terminate the employment at any time, without any requirement of notice or reason, unless it violates state or federal law.

Ethical Dilemma

A situation in which a person must choose between morally conflicting decisions or principles.

Memorabilia Forgeries

Illegally reproduced collectible items passed off as original and authentic, intended to deceive buyers.

Discretionary Responsibility

Actions taken by a company that are purely voluntary and guided by its desire to make social contributions not mandated by economics, law, or ethics.