Some managers assess the moral implications of a decision by its economic consequences and a moral justification is based on the workings of a market system.

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This is a common perspective among some managers and is known as the "economic justification approach" to ethics. It suggests that if a decision results in positive economic outcomes, then it is morally justifiable, regardless of any ethical concerns or consequences. However, this approach has been criticized for ignoring the broader social and ethical implications of business decisions.

Some Managers Assess the Moral Implications of a Decision by Its