You recently represented your organization at a career fair held at a college campus in Toronto. A number of students submitted their resumes to you, in hopes of securing employment upon graduation. A few students submitted resumes that were very impressive; however, when you spoke with each of them, it became apparent that they had embellished or "padded" their resumes. The students had misrepresented their skills or experience in order to make themselves appear more qualified. Now back at your office, you must make a decision as to whether the conduct of these students should disqualify them from employment with your organization. What four questions would you have to ask In order to determine whether the students' actions conform to the categorical imperative? Is it ethical for someone to pad their resume? Why or why not?

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You recently represented your organization at a career fair held at a college campus in Toronto. A number of students submitted their resumes to you, in hopes of securing employment upon graduation. A few students submitted resumes that were very impressive; however, when you spoke with each of them, it became apparent that they had embellished or "padded" their resumes. The students had misrepresented their skills or experience in order to make themselves appear more qualified.

Now back at your office, you must make a decision as to whether the conduct of these students should disqualify them from employment with your organization.

What four questions would you have to ask In order to determine whether the students' actions conform to the categorical imperative?

Is it ethical for someone to pad their resume? Why or why not?

 

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