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1.02 Key Terms
EI- 124 & 125 Ethical Dilemmas
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| accountability | the condition of having to answer for or be liable for you 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 judgment 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 honestly 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 and truthful when communicating |
| trustworthy | reliable; deserving the confidence of others |
| viability | the long-term value of your choices |
| intuition | instinct; gut feeling |