[1rudeboy]

Ethics of buying what?

[BenLurkin]

Stand-by.

[rabscuttle385]

I know this is something really dumb and already rigged, but I would like to know how to approach writing such a thing, keep it conservative, and still not royally tick off my liberal English teacher.

No, it's not a dumb exercise.

My advice to you: figure out the point you want to make, then write up an outline of your argument in favor of that point. Just make sure that you provide a reasoned, well-justified argument.

When you figure out the point you want to make in your paper, come back here and let us know.

Anyways, welcome to Free Republic. Make sure to leave a tip, and stay away from famished Viking kittens.

[Danae]

Um, use the delayed thesis technique and fairly put out both sides, in equal measure. Do NOT use a strong essay thesis statement like “Socialism is wrong and being used to Nationalize banks” That will get you smacked down. But do still use X is Y because of A B C .

[Danae]

Interesting first post :)

[Our man in washington]

Normally, I’m very suspicious of people who sign up just to ask for free research help, but you are in luck. I’m waiting for a computer program to run.

One of the moral teachings of Judaism is that it is wrong to ask for the price of something that one has no intention of buying.

It’s a good moral teaching. You could include that.

[RonF]

What are MLA standards?

[bert]

Assume you are a purchasing agent for a business.

You have ethical duties to your company.

Your duty to the company is to first decide what you are buyingand then write detailed specifications for what the company needs. It is ethical to determine exactly what you are buying. Purchasing ethics include knowing exactly what you want.

There are other considerations. It is your duty to the company to insure the goods are delivered at a specified time. If the vendor is not able to deliver, it is ethical to have a penalty in your purchase document (a purchase order) for late delivery.

The manner of shipment should be considered.... UPS, Common Carrier, Ocean Freigh ,Air freight. If freight costs are an issue, it is ethical to tie them down as part of the cost.

As a purchaser, you have an ethical duty to pay for the goods. Don’t order and then refuse delivery because you are broke. Don’r receive the goods and not pay for them.

Companies have an ethical duty to stockholders to make a profit. It is ethical to ask the vendor for a discount.

Buy low, sell high.

[Lucian]

as a fellow college student i must ask the most prudent question of all. When is it due?

[tomswanson]

MLA standard is how you cite something in a paper or your works cited. If you had any research you need to cite them. Writing is not easier without the professionals guidelines. You should make your paper one of the best to score good grade. You can get some writing tips from verified essay writing services writers. It is also good to go through with sample essays, you can get some basic ideas.

[cynwoody]

Fill the offers in order lowest until you’re filled. Period.

[Yosemitest]

I don't know how old you are, or what the level of your class is.
But when it comes to money management, that's a long term learning curve.
Have you ever heard of Dave Ramsey?
He's worth your time, when it comes to learning about controlling your money.
The short version on "the Ethics of Buying" depends on your situation, or your needs (Food, Clothing, Shelter, Security).
"Needs" should always be before "wants".
Now your teacher is probably looking for a bunch of LIBERAL-FEEL-GOOD CRAP, like what the company doing with the profits that they make from the goods you're buying.
But if you shop around, and do research (internet) to get the best price and also save time, then there not a lot of profit they can make off of you.
Most items don't have to be purchased new, either.
Second-hand discount stores can save you a lot of money (E-Bay, OverStock.Com, to name a few).

That should get you started on your paper.
So check out Dave Ramsey on the internet or on the AM Radio, and be sure to have fun.
(Your LIBERAL Teacher probably can't stand him because he's Christian and his money principles are built upon Christian values.)
But remember that it's more than just a paper and a grade.
It's money in your pocket.
It's not what you spend that's important.
It's what you keep (whether it be money or useful items or people that you helped) that matters in the long run.