The Ford Pinto Case." Click the link to access the case. https://philosophia.uncg.edu/phi361-matteson/module-1-why-does-business-need-ethics/case-the-ford-pinto/ (Links to an external site.) In...

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In addition to the general directions outlined in the syllabus I would like for you to consider your ethical stance regarding the Ford Pinto case in terms of at least one of the ethical theories we have considered so far. Which one describes your stance as closely as possible? Why? Also, does this stance resonate with the readings on corporate and social responsibility? How?Again, the link to this is posted above. Remember to briefly explain how the theory you have chosen works. For example, if you choose Kant, explain the categorical imperative or if you choose utilitarianism, then explain the principle of utility.




The Ford Pinto Case."  Click the link to access the case. https://philosophia.uncg.edu/phi361-matteson/module-1-why-does-business-need-ethics/case-the-ford-pinto/ (Links to an external site.) In addition to the general directions outlined in the syllabus I would like for you to consider your ethical stance regarding the Ford Pinto case in terms of at least one of the ethical theories we have considered so far.  Which one describes your stance as closely as possible?  Why?   Also, does this stance resonate with the readings on corporate and social responsibility?  How? Again, the link to this is posted above.  Remember to briefly explain how the theory you have chosen works.  For example, if you choose Kant, explain the categorical imperative or if you choose utilitarianism, then explain the principle of utility.
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Sanjukta answered on Sep 14 2022
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Ford Pinto Case
In a nutshell, it has been observed that Pinto was responsible for a lot of fire
-related deaths and this case showcased some of the major ethical problems that are connected with safety and technology.
One ethical theory that is applicable in this case is the ethical theory of utilitarianism. This is the theory that directly focuses on finding an ethical result that does the most good for a lot of people. Furthermore, it also helps individuals to think about the benefits and costs of a particular situation when they are coming to an outcome that can be regarded...
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