Which of the following is the most difficult ethical challenge to managers in today's business climate?
A) not being able to hire new employees
B) having to fire employees who are not productive
C) having to downsize and let go of employees who are hardworking and productive
D) increasing the amount that employees pay for health care

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C) By far the most difficult challenge is laying off productive workers. Nevertheless, when industries contract some managers have no choice but to let workers go. This happened in Seattle when downsizing caused the city's newspaper to get rid of more than 80 percent of its employees.

Which of the Following Is the Most Difficult Ethical Challenge