Discuss What Basic Ethics Tests Are and the Three Steps

question 16

Essay

Discuss what basic ethics tests are and the three steps an officer should take when thinking about an ethical decision.

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Definitions:

Real Asset

Tangible property such as real estate, commodities, and physical goods that have intrinsic value due to their substance and physical properties.

Financial Asset

An asset that encompasses cash, a stake in a company, or a binding agreement to either receive or provide cash or a different financial instrument.

Treasury-bill Rate

The interest rate paid by U.S. Treasury bills, considered a benchmark for risk-free rates in the United States.

Fair Return

The reasonable profit that investors can expect to earn from their investment, considering the risk involved.