Key Terms Flashcards

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Ethics

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The basic principles that govern your behavior.

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Ethical Principles

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Standards that govern behavior; not dependent on circumstance.

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Ethical Situation

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An issue in which you must decide whether something is right or wrong.

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Integrity

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Adhering to an established set of personal ethics and sound moral principles; acting with honesty in all situations.

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Trustworthy

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Reliable; deserving the confidence of others.

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Accountability

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The condition of having to answer for or be liable for your actions; accepting responsibility for your decisions.

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Transparency

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The quality of being just as one seems; being open and truthful when communicating.

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Fairness

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The ability to make judgments without favoritism or self-interest; engaging in fair competition and creating equal relationships.

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Respect

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Regard or esteem; honoring the rights, freedoms, views, and property of others.

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Rule of Law

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Complying with laws and regulations.