Read three recent cases/articles relating to ethics in business communications. The three articles in this units background reading involve StarbucksDownload Starbucks, Abercrombie & FitchDownload Abercrombie & Fitch, and Kim KardashiansDownload Kim Kardashians shapewear brand. If needed, do additional research to answer the questions below. Use the worksheetDownload worksheet provided.
For each case, respond to the following prompts. Provide brief answers (at least two sentences) in complete sentences.
Do you consider the actions detailed in the case ethical, unethical, or a gray area? Explain your choice.
Which of the actions would you do? Why or why not?
Which would you feel uncomfortable doing, and why?
Which would you refuse to do and why?
Which ethical rights/standards may be violated by your action or inaction?
Describe any other impact that could be caused by this action/inaction.
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