Question

Vivian’s company is considering building a huge new department store in a small town. The community argues that the store will disrupt local commerce and harm local business owners. Vivian argues that the store will save money for customers and bring more jobs to the community. Assume both arguments are true.

Answer 1

Answer: c. Indeterminable

Explanation:

We cannot say which moral standard of responsibility the business is observing because both arguments are indeed true.

The department store will indeed disrupt the local market and make things harder for local business owners as they will lose customers. However, it will also bring new jobs and save money for customers who will be able to buy at cheaper prices.

The department store would both benefit and hard the community so the moral standard is indeterminable.