A. Did John D. Rockefeller himself ever act unethically? Discuss ONE act or type of action that seems ethical or unethical by the standards of his day or by the standards of today. Please do not repeat what others have already said.
B. Utilitarianism suggests that one should pursue the greatest good for the greatest number in the society even if it comes at the expense of a few. From a utilitarian perspective, was the Standard Oil Company a net plus or a minus? On balance, did the company meet its responsibilities to society?