Question

A sales manager, Dev, is facing an ethical situation wherein his bicycle company that specializes in mountain bikes sold a bicycle with a defective component. If he informs the customer and issues a recall, it would cost him a substantial amount of money. If the bike malfunctions, there is a very small chance that it could cause serious injury to a cyclist who might use it on rough terrain. He decides to use the egoism approach to decision making and remain silent about the defect, because he:________.
A) is motivated by self-interest.
B) is looking to accomplish the greatest good for the greatest number of people.
C) wants to first consult with his insurer.
D) is motivated to protect the interests of his employees.
E) wants to first consult with others whom he respects.

Answer 1

Answer:

A) is motivated by self-interest.

Explanation:

He decides to use the egoism approach to decision making and remain silent about the defect, because he is motivated by self-interest.

Self-interest refers to some actions that elicit personal benefit.

The egoist approach to ethics is based on the principles of self-interest, individual good, and satisfaction.

Therefore the correct answer is that sales manager, Dev is motivated by self-interest.