The values-based management approach to business ethics illustrates consequentialism through its emphasis on __________.
A) teaching ethical values that enhance the profitability of a company specifically to the top management and supervisory personnel
B) teaching ethical values that enhance the profitability of a company to all employees
C) teaching ethical values to management and supervisory personnel with the aim of avoiding ethical issues, whether profitability is affected or not
D) teaching ethical values to all employees with the aim of avoiding ethical issues, whether profitability is affected or not
E) teaching ethical values to employees to punish them for unethical conduct

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One approach to business ethics, called "values-based management," illustrates consequentialism. The emphasis of this approach teaches ethical values to employees that enhance the profitability of a company. Examples include why it is wrong to use company computers for personal entertainment during work hours and why it is unethical to use company long-distance phone service to contact friends and relatives.

The Values-Based Management Approach to Business Ethics Illustrates Consequentialism Through