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    Ethics report

    What is ethical act?

    Explanation: An ethical act is doing what is morally right or fair. This often means acting with honesty,
    kindness, respect, or fairness, even when it may be difficult. Ethics help us decide the “right” way to
    behave toward others and society.

    Example: If someone finds a wallet full of cash on the ground, an ethical act would be to return the
    wallet to its owner instead of keeping the money. This respects the owner’s property and shows honesty.

    Explanation: It’s about making choices that are beneficial or at least not harmful to others and that we
    would feel good about, if others did the same.

    What is virtue ethics?

    Explanation: This is a way of thinking about ethics that focuses on who you are as a person, not just
    what actions you take. It is about developing good character traits, or virtues, like kindness, courage,
    honesty, and patience. Virtue ethics suggests that by consistently practicing these virtues, a person
    becomes morally good, focusing on the kind of person you are rather than just individual actions.

    Example: If you have a friend who is upset, a virtuous person would show compassion and patience by
    listening to them and helping them feel supported. It’s not just a one-time act but part of who they are
    — they regularly show kindness.

    What is a good person?

    Explanation: A good person is someone who consistently tries to do the right thing, guided by virtues
    like honesty, fairness, kindness, and integrity. This person’s actions generally reflect their concern for the
    well-being of others and their values.

    Example: if you are a good person, you might help someone without expecting anything in return.

     Ethical Act = Doing the right thing in specific situations.

     Virtue Ethics = Being a person with good character traits.

     A Good Person = Someone who consistently lives out those virtues.


    1. Character Traits

    Character traits are qualities or attributes that define a person’s behavior and attitude. These can be
    positive (like kindness or honesty) or negative (like selfishness or dishonesty). Positive character traits are
    usually developed over time through habits, shaping how people tend to act and react in various
    situations.

    Example: If a person is known for their reliability, it means others can depend on them to keep their
    promises and show up when needed. This reliability is a part of their character.

    2. Ethical Behavior

    Ethical behavior is doing the right thing according to moral principles like honesty, fairness, and respect.
    Ethical behavior often considers how actions affect others, aiming to promote good and avoid harm.

    Example: In the workplace, ethical behavior might mean being honest with coworkers and giving credit
    to others when due, rather than taking it all for yourself. If someone finds money on a shared desk, they
    would make sure to find the owner rather than keeping it.

    3. Ethical Deliberation

    Ethical deliberation is the process of thinking carefully about what is right or wrong before making a
    decision. It involves considering different options, the consequences of each, and the moral principles
    involved. Ethical deliberation is often guided by asking questions like, “What would help the most
    people?” or “What’s the fair thing to do?”

    Example: Suppose you see a friend cheating on a test. Ethical deliberation would involve thinking about
    whether to report it (upholding honesty and fairness) or stay silent (protecting the friendship),
    considering the impact on the friend, on others, and on fairness.

    In summary:

     Character Traits = Qualities that describe someone’s behavior, like honesty or kindness.

     Ethical Behavior = Acting in ways that follow moral principles, often to benefit others.

     Ethical Deliberation = Carefully thinking through what is right or wrong before deciding.

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