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Applying the Ethics Tests to Alternative Actions

Harm/Beneficence—Does it do less harm and more good than the alternatives? This test is about the alternatives for all stakeholders

Publicity—Would I want this choice published in the newspaper? This test is about what the decision would show about your character.

Reversibility—Would I think this a good choice if I were among those affected by it? This choice is about whether stakeholders are being treated with respect

Code of Ethics--How does this choice relate to the ethical standards of my profession? This test is about the decision-maker's duties in his or her role as a professional.

Feasibility—Can this solution be implemented given time, technical, economic, legal and social considerations? This test is about practical issues.

 

Harm/Beneficence

Publicity

Reversibility

Code of ethics

Feasibility

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Alternative 5