The Belief That Ethical Decisions Should Be Based on Acting

question 29

Multiple Choice

The belief that ethical decisions should be based on acting in accordance with one's own self-interest is called:

• A) the utilitarian perspective.
• B) egoism.
• C) the altruistic perspective.
• D) beneficence.

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Definitions:

Net Loss

The situation where a company's expenses exceed its revenues during a specific period, leading to a negative profit.

Long-term Debt

Loans, bonds, or other forms of financing that are repayable over a period longer than one year.

Cash Dividends

These are payments made by a company out of its profits to its shareholders, usually in the form of cash.

Cash Flow

The sum of funds being moved into and out of a company, particularly in relation to its cash flow.