ACCA Applied Knowledge · Business and Technology · Fundamental principles of ethical behaviour
Which of the following is a typical early step in a framework for resolving an ethical conflict?
An early step is to establish the relevant facts and identify the ethical issues and principles at stake. Resignation and media disclosure come only later, if internal procedures and consultation fail to resolve the conflict.
- AEstablish the relevant facts and identify the ethical issues involvedCorrect
- BResign from the post before any discussion takes place
- CInform the media so that the matter is publicly scrutinised
Explanation
Resolution frameworks begin with gathering the relevant facts and identifying the ethical issues and the fundamental principles at risk. Later steps involve internal procedures, alternative courses of action and consultation. Resignation or public disclosure are last-resort actions, not early steps.
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