Principles of kantian ethics

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1. First, identify the main moral issue in this case. Then, provide a utilitarian analysis of how to decide the issue. How might the principle of utility apply to the case?

2. Did Lars Hoyvald and John Lavery act contrary to principles of Kantian ethics, i.e. the categorical imperatives? (This question does not assume that Hoyvald and Lavery know anything about Kant. Consider what they did and why, then evaluate these actions in light of Kantian moral theory. What 'rights' and 'obligations' are at issue here? Did Hoyvald and Lavery treat others as 'mere means to an end'?

3. Finally, let's change the facts of the case. Let us assume that Beech Nut gets away with it, i.e. there are no legal, financial, or reputation/marketing consequences to the actions of Hoyvald and Lavery. Did Hoyvald and Lavery still do something 'wrong'? If so, why?

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