In Is Business Bluffing Ethical?, Albert Carr writes:
I agreed that the basis of private morality is a respect for truth and that the closer a businessman comes to the truth, the more he deserves respect. At the same time, I suggested that most bluffing in business might be regarded simply as game strategy—much like bluffing in poker, which does not reflect on the morality of the bluffer. (p 1)
- What does Carr mean by “game strategy”? What is Carr’s argument here? What is the conclusion of Carr’s argument? Its premises/reasons? Accurately and clearly explain Carr’s position.
- Do you agree with Carr’s position? Choose one of the following options:
(E) This is a good argument, and you therefore agree with Carr’s position, OR
(F) This is not a good argument, and you prefer some specific criticism or alternative view perhaps by one of the other philosophers we have discussed.