LO: 1.6: Define ethics, explain the difference between an ethical dilemma and an ethical lapse, and list six guidelines for making ethical communication choices.
AACSB: Ethical understanding and reasoning
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Conceptual
Learning Outcome: Describe best practices in team and interpersonal communication
100) Briefly explain the difference between an ethical dilemma and an ethical lapse.
Answer: You face an ethical dilemma when you must choose between two or more conflicting alternatives that are not completely right or completely wrong. An ethical lapse, on the other hand, occurs when you make a choice that is clearly unethical and or illegal. An ethical dilemma can lead to an ethical lapse but doesn't necessarily do so.
LO: 1.6: Define ethics, explain the difference between an ethical dilemma and an ethical lapse, and list six guidelines for making ethical communication choices.
AACSB: Ethical understanding and reasoning
Difficulty: Moderate
Classification: Critical Thinking
Learning Outcome: Describe best practices in team and interpersonal communication