The Basic Model of Ethical Decision-Making_____________

question 101

Multiple Choice

The basic model of ethical decision-making_____________ .

• A) has five steps
• B) provides a method for analyzing the ethical climate
• C) can be used to determine which principle of ethical decision making is appropriate to the situation
• D) begins with a diagnosis of the situation
• E) is not accurately described by any of these

Recognize the historical and political compromises within the U.S. government structure, including the Electoral College.

Comprehend the separation of powers within the U.S. government.

Identify the primary objectives of law and the balance it seeks to achieve in society.

Learn the foundational legal documents and principles that structure the U.S. judicial system, including the Constitution, the Supreme Court, and the concept of precedent.

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Definitions:

Decision Tree

A decision tree is a graphical representation used in decision analysis to display choices and their possible outcomes, including chance event outcomes, resource costs, and utility.

Opportunity Loss

The difference in value between the chosen option and the best possible option that was not chosen.

Optimal Alternative

The best or most effective option among a set of alternatives, under given conditions.

Expected Monetary Value(EMV)

A calculated average of all possible outcomes of a decision, where each outcome is weighted by its probability of occurring and its monetary impact.