Seniority in the workplace refers to how long a person has been employed by a company. In instances like layoffs and promotions, having higher seniority can increase job security and the likelihood of being rewarded. However, many individuals in today's more egalitarian society suggest that companies should solely evaluate their employees based on their performance, not on how long they have been with the organization. This dilemma that businesses face between promoting employee loyalty and fair competition in the workplace can be resolved using utilitarianism. This ethical framework…