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Summary: Abco Snack Food Corn
In this scenario, George has a tough decision to make. I think George should continue to look for another corn supplier that sells quality corn at a reasonable rate. George can also find out who supplys their competitior Abco Snack Food corn and try to get the corn for the same price. George can ship the grain outside the United States to make a profit, but I believe that is a wrong choice. George knows the corn is contaminated so he should not sell the corn to anyone even if it is legal to ship the grain internationally. Hurting others for self gain or advancement is immoral. I understand that George is trying to make something happen so that the employees will not get laid off, but George has to think about the people the corn may affect
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