Which of the Following Is the First Step in the Ethical

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the first step in the ethical decision making process?

• A)Being socialized into the firm's corporate culture
• B)Applying a personal moral philosophy in order to individualize the ethical decision making process
• C)Recognizing that an ethical issue exists
• D)Soliciting the opinions of others in a work group or in the overall business in order to gain feedback
• E)Enforcing the firm's ethical standards with rewards and punishment

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Definitions:

Contradictory Attitudes

Holding conflicting beliefs or feelings towards a particular subject, object, or person.

Conflict

A situation or process through which individuals, groups, or ideas are in opposition and engaged in a struggle for dominance, agreement, or resolution.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort or stress experienced by an individual who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Boring Task

An activity that lacks interest or excitement, often leading to a state of weariness or impatience.