Which of the Following Best Defines Ethics

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best defines ethics?

• A) It is the study of the principles that guide how people interact and the choices they make.
• B) It is the study of discrimination based on the six protected classes.
• C) It is the study of how to accentuate the positive and de-emphasize the negative in communication.
• D) It is the study of the laws that govern businesses.
• E) It is the study of communication and how it impacts the recipient.

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Definitions:

Maladaptiveness

A characteristic of certain behaviors or traits that are counterproductive or ineffective in achieving desired outcomes in a given context.

95th Percentile

A statistical measure indicating that 95% of the data points fall below this value, often used to identify outliers or set benchmarks in various fields.

Narcissism

A personality trait characterized by an excessive focus on oneself, a need for admiration, and often a lack of empathy for others.

Cognitive Confusion

A state of being perplexed or puzzled, often resulting from unclear or conflicting information.