Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Ethical issues refer to moral dilemmas or conflicts that arise in various situations, where individuals must make decisions based on what is right or wrong.
Related terms
Moral dilemma: A situation where one must choose between two morally conflicting options.
Code of ethics: A set of guidelines or principles that govern ethical behavior within a particular profession or organization.
Consequentialism: An ethical theory that focuses on the consequences of actions as the basis for determining their morality.