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1.02 Key Terms
Ethical Dilemmas
Term | Definition |
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Accountability | The condition of having to answer for or be liable for your actions; accepting responsibility for your decisions. |
Arrogance | An inflated sense of self-importance. |
Consequence | The result of an action. |
Dilemma | A difficult situation in which you are required to make a decision. |
Ethical dilemma | An issue in which you must decide whether something is right or wrong; sometimes referred to as an ethical situation. |
Ethical principles | Standards that govern your behavior; not dependent on circumstance. |
Ethics | The basic principles that govern your behavior. |
Fairness | The ability to make judgements without favoritism or self-interest; engaging in fair competition and creating equal relationships. |
Integrity | Adhering to an established set of personal ethics and sound moral principles; acting with honesty in all situations. |
Respect | Regard or esteem; honoring the rights, freedoms, views, and property of others. |
Role model | A person whose behavior is imitated by others. |
Rule of law | Complying with laws and regulations. |
Transparency | The quality of being just as one seems; being open truthful when communicating. |
Trustworthy | Reliable; deserving the confidence of others. |
Viability | The long-term value of your choices. |