What Is a National Balance of Trade? What Does Someone

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What is a national balance of trade? What does someone mean when he or she says that the balance of trade is favorable? Unfavorable?

Appreciate the importance of tone, choice of words, and medium in delivering negative messages.

Understand the role of apologies and expressions of sympathy in mitigating the impact of negative news.

Recognize the importance of ending negative messages on a positive note to maintain relationships.

Understand the significance of audience reaction and shock absorbance in the delivery of negative news.

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Definitions:

Ethical

Relating to morals, focusing on right and wrong conduct.

Categorical Imperative

A central concept in the ethical philosophy of Immanuel Kant, stating that one should act only according to that maxim whereby you can, at the same time, will that it should become a universal law.

Motives of Vanity

The driving factors behind actions that are primarily focused on excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements.

Sake of Duty

Acting based on a sense of moral obligation rather than personal desire, interest, or consequence.