Michael is CEO of a computer software company.Sales are down and losses are mounting.Michael decides to lay off 50 employees in an effort to avoid bankruptcy and preserve the remaining 200 jobs.His decision is based on the ________ view of ethics.
A)utilitarian
B)principled
C)rights
D)theory of justice
E)integrative social contracts theory

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This decision is based on the utilitarian view of ethics, which focuses on maximizing overall happiness or benefits for the greatest number of people. In this case, Michael is trying to avoid bankruptcy and preserve the remaining jobs for the majority of his employees, even though it will negatively impact the 50 employees who are laid off.

Michael Is CEO of a Computer Software Company