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BLACKWELL CH2
BLACKWELL Chapter 2 Business Law--Ethics
Term | Definition |
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ethics | Distinguishing between right & wrong in a reasoned & impartial manner. |
impartiality | Making decisions that treat everyone the same. |
business ethics | Principles of right/wrong used to make decisions regarding commercial transactions. |
consequence-based reasoning | Determining what is right & wrong based on the results of an action. |
The "Good" | A "standard" for judging right & wrong. |
fundamental ethical rules | Decision-making model that evaluates only the act, and not its consequences. |
universalizing | A mental test used to identify illogical/unethical actions. |
moral rights | Legitimate claims on other people, which flow from each person's status as a human being. |
majority rule | Ethical principle whereby rules/laws are adopted based on what is favored by the greatest number of people or their representatives. |
civil rights | Personal, human rights recognized & guaranteed by our Constitution. |
integrity | Doing what is right even under pressure to act otherwise. |
civil disobedience | Open, peaceful violation of a law to protest its alleged injustice. |
fidelity bond | Insurance policy that pays the employer money in the event of theft by employees. |
scofflaw | One who does not respect the law. |