In Considering Whether a Given Behavior Is Ethical, the Test

question 28

Multiple Choice

In considering whether a given behavior is ethical, the test of common sense would ask what kind of question?

• A)What would one's parents or minister do in this situation?
• B)What is the longer-term likely result?
• C)Would someone look askance at this?
• D)Would you be willing to see the action on the front page of the local newspaper?

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Definitions:

Management by Exemption

A management style where leaders only intervene when standards are not met or when there are deviations from expected performance

Task-specific Self-efficacy

An individual’s internal expectancy to perform a specific task effectively.

Persuasion

The act or process of influencing someone's beliefs, attitudes, intentions, motivations, or behaviors through arguments, reasoning, or appeal.

Negative Consequences

Undesirable outcomes or penalties that result from a specific behavior or action, often serving as a deterrent for the behavior.