ACCT 101 Week 1 Discussion | Canvas University

ACCT 101 Week 1 Discussion | Canvas University

Module 1 Discussion - Philip Morris

 

The tobacco companies have paid billions because of smoking-related illnesses. In particular, Philip Morris, a leading cigarette manufacturer, paid more than $3,000,000,000 in settlement payments in one year.

Requirements

1.               Suppose you are the chief financial officer (CFO) responsible for the financial statements of Philip Morris. What ethical issue would you face as you consider what to report in your company’s annual report about the cash payments? What is the ethical course of action for you to take in this situation?

2.               What are some of the negative consequences to Philip Morris for not telling the truth? What are some of the negative consequences to Philip Morris for telling the truth?

Criteria

Full Points

Initial post made by 11:59pm on Thursday

2

Answers to discussion questions are complete, demonstrate careful reading and reflection on the material, and demonstrate understanding of concepts

4

At least one, insightful comments to classmates initial posts by 11:59pm on Sunday

2

Correct grammar and spelling

2

 

 

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