Asked by Nadeja Christian on Sep 28, 2024

An individual who believes that an action is ethical because others within his or her company and industry regularly engage in the activity is probably a(n)

A) utilitarian.
B) relativist.
C) teleologist.
D) deontologist.
E) egoist.

Relativist

An individual or doctrine emphasizing the belief that points of ethical and moral significance are relative to individual cultures or personal perspectives.

Ethical Perspective

A viewpoint or angle from which ethical concerns and principles are analyzed and considered.

Company Industry

The specific sector or category of the market in which a company operates, characterized by a particular type of business activity or product/service.

  • Gain insight into the essential concepts of diverse moral philosophies, such as utilitarianism, deontology, and relativism.
  • Discern the impact of individual and community morals on choices regarding ethics.