Assignment:
Please conduct a research on Ford Pinto fuel tank defect and the controversy around the issue using online sources (e.g. Wikipedia, YouTube, news channels, etc.).
1. Write a paragraph (at least 50 words) explaining the purpose of introducing Ford Pinto to the market by Ford.
2. Write a paragraph (at least 50 words) explaining the fuel tank defect.
3. Search online and find the cost-benefit analysis that Ford allegedly used to make the decisions regarding fixing the defects. Report the cost-benefit analysis in a Table in your Word document File (create a table - Do not copy). Discuss your findings in this regard (at least 100 words).
4. Pick two principles of moral reasoning (ethical decision making) that may be related to the decision by managers and engineers in Ford? What did they do wrong in your opinion? (Explain your thoughts in Not less than 150 words).
Please be original (very important) and use your own words (Do not Copy/Paste).
Word count requirements: Minimum 400 words (response)
Please cite your sources in a consistent format.
You should address these 4 questions in four different sections. Clear and concise communication of the response is a part of the grade.