The managers at the procurement department of PolyCorp are trying ...

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The managers at the procurement department of PolyCorp are trying to identify suitable suppliers from whom to source raw materials. They narrow down on two potential candidates - Supplier A and Supplier B.
 
  While Supplier A's goods are not of the highest quality, the firm is known for its timely deliveries. Supplier B, on the other hand, offers better quality raw materials but is not considered very reliable. PolyCorp signs a contract with Supplier A. This is an example of a(n) ________.
  A) paradox
  B) trade-off
  C) ambiguity
  D) dilemma
  E) opposition

Question 2

Tom is the manager of a retail company and has been put in charge of a part-time employee. He knows that this employee comes from a single parent family and must work to see his way through college.
 
  The employee's divided attention and inability to put in extra hours means that he is not able to completely commit to the job. Tom knows that soon enough, he will have to ask the employee to leave. From an ethical perspective, this situation is best termed as a(n) ________.
  A) trade-off
  B) ambiguity
  C) paradox
  D) dilemma
  E) social conflict

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D