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Question 1

1. Discuss ONE (1) ethical issue that arises when there is pollution in the environment because of commercial and industrial enterprises activities. Explain whose rights are violated and who should be responsible for paying the cost?
2. In the ethics and environment debate on depletion of non-renewable natural resources, the argument is on the 'obligations of firms to future generations to preserve the environment and conserve our resources'. Discuss from the perspectives of utilitarianism and ethics of care in supporting this argument. In your answer, you must present their views and include suitable examples to support your answer.

Question 2

As consumers, we are exposed to product related injuries, bear the cost of deceptive selling prices, shoddy product construction, products that immediately break down, warranties that are not honoured and invasion of privacy.

Should manufacturers be held liable if they failed to market products when the above situations can be avoided? Explain your answer using the following duties:

1. Contractual theory of business firms' duties to consumers
2. The Due Care Theory