When Faced with an Ethical Dilemma,what Is the First Question

question 11

Multiple Choice

When faced with an ethical dilemma,what is the first question you should ask?

• A)What would my family,friends,and coworkers think?
• B)Would I take this action if I were on the opposite side?
• C)Is the action I am considering legal?
• D)Would a trusted advisor agree with this action?

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Definitions:

Civil Court

A court dealing with non-criminal disputes, including personal injury, breach of contract, and family law cases.

Battery Assault

An intentional act that causes harmful or offensive physical contact with another person; often used interchangeably with "battery" in legal contexts.

Question Of Law

An issue concerning the interpretation or application of the law, typically decided by a judge, as opposed to questions of fact, which are decided by a jury.

Court

A governmental institution authorized to resolve legal disputes, interpret laws, and administer justice.