friendship, despite the wrongdoings committed.

Feeling caught between conflicting interests, Ben wondered: should he choose to remain silent and move on as quich as possible, now that Michael has left the company, and avoid giving any information? After all, exposing the truth cou lead to serious consequences for Michael, who was already dealing with significant challenges. It could also cost Ben h friendship. But, even if the fraud was wrong, Ben knew his huge company wouldn't really feel a big financial hit from th loss and that the product in question was not a life or death matter. Not every wrong can or even should be righted, Be thought. Moreover, his job and his reputation as a sales rep and his company's image might all be at stake if he speak: up$.$

Aug $10,2023$

Article attained from:

Truth, Friendship, and Ethical Responsibility in the Workplace $-$ Markkula Center for Applied Ethics $($scu edu$)$

QUESTION ONE

$(15$ Marks$)$

Identify what you think are the most significant ethical values at stake in Ben's decision? It will be important to identify these values on all sides of this dilemma.$|$

QUESTION TWO

$(20$ Marks$)$

When faced with the knowledge of his colleague's fraudulent actions, what ethical considerations should one weigh in deciding whether to disclose the truth to the company, even if it may have personal and interpersonal consequences?

QUESTION THREE

$(15$ Marks$)$

What actions can Ben take to reconcile loyalty to his friend, his commitment to integrity, and his own professional wellbeing?

SECTION B

$[50$ MARKS$]$

Answer ALL the following questions.

QUESTION FOUR

$(25$ Marks$)$

Define Corporate Social Responsibility $($CSR$)$ and explain its significance in modern business practices.

QUESTION FIVE

$(25$ Marks$)$

Compare and contract Utilitarianism and Deontology. Which theory do you find persuasive.

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