Freedom Shoes (Scenario)
Freedom Shoes Inc., a sports shoe company, is considering entering into a contract with an overseas vendor to expand its production capacity. The company investigated several suppliers and found one vendor to be the most attractive in terms of cost and manufacturing efficiency. However, Freedom's managers have heard reports that the vendor operates factories with sweatshop conditions.
-Sean, a senior manager in Freedom, adheres to the relativist view regarding ethical standards. He goes by the rule, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." Sean is most likely to agree strongly with which of the following views?

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Sean's adherence to the relativist view, which suggests adapting to the prevailing practices of the host country, implies he would likely support the idea of passively accepting the practices that prevail in countries where Freedom Shoes does business, including potentially overlooking sweatshop conditions.

Freedom Shoes (Scenario) Freedom Shoes Inc., a Sports Shoe Company, Is Considering Entering