What Is an Ethical Dilemma, and Why Are Such Dilemmas

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Essay

What is an ethical dilemma, and why are such dilemmas important for managers? How might an ethical dilemma be resolved through the application of the ethics competency?

Explain cultural diffusion and illustrate with examples.

Define and differentiate between body language, haptics, olfactics, and chronemics.

Recognize the impact of new environments on cultural perceptions, demonstrated through the concept of culture shock.

Distinguish between material and non-material culture with examples.

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Definitions:

Deliberate System

The Deliberate System refers to the cognitive process that is analytical, conscious, and rational, often requiring more time and effort than instinctive or automatic responses.

Automatic Systems

Systems that operate independently of human intervention, often relying on pre-set rules or algorithms to function.

Stereotyping

Assigning a fixed, generalized idea or identity to individuals based on their membership in a particular group, often leading to prejudgment.

Duplex Mind

The concept that the human mind operates on two levels: automatic, intuitive processing, and deliberate, rational thought.