Scenario A

Scenario A. Use the information given below to answer the following three questions:
An energy drink corporation faces an ethical question. There has been a problem with the accounting process that has resulted in higher profits being reported than what was actually earned. A meeting is held where senior management decides how to handle the situation. The people at the table have varying views of the appropriate action to be taken. Sarah wants to report the error because she is worried about her job should the information about a cover-up be leaked. Ben wants to report the error because it is the honest thing to do, and he feels that is fundamental to business and society. After hearing the opinion of his colleagues, Ray says he wants to report the error as well because he prefers to agree with the consensus.
-Which ethical system does Ben use to make his decision?

A) Universalism
B) Egoism
C) Utilitarianism
D) Relativism
E) Conventionalism