Which of the Following Appears MOST Ethical

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following appears MOST ethical?

• A) supporting the faction that will provide the highest personal gain for the leader
• B) playing stakeholders off against each other (e.g., by encouraging negative stereotyping and mutual distrust)
• C) balancing the interests of different stakeholders within the constraints imposed by legal and contractual obligations
• D) trying to ignore substantive conflicts of interest

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Definitions:

Conversational Tones

Conversational tones are relaxed and informal styles of communication that mimic everyday spoken language, often used to make written content more engaging and accessible.

Rising Inflection

An increase in pitch or tone of the voice towards the end of a sentence, often indicating a question or increasing emphasis.

Singsong Pattern

A fluctuating, musical way of speaking that can be rhythmic or repetitive, often used for effect or to capture attention.

Affiliation

The association or connection of an individual or organization with another, typically reflecting a relationship of cooperation or membership.