M: Organizational Behavior 2nd Edition by Steven McShane, Mary Von Glinow

Exercise 137

One problem with the utilitarian principle of ethical decision making is that:
A) it focuses on the means than the outcomes of actions.
B) there is no agreement on what activities are the greatest benefit to the affected.
C) it is difficult to predict the 'trickle down' benefits to the least well off in society.
D) it is almost impossible to evaluate the benefits or costs of many decisions.
E) it chooses the option that provides the minimum acceptable degree of satisfaction to those affected.