PRF2601
Assignment 1 Semester 1 2025
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Due Date: March 2025
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................... 3
2. DEFINITION OF CONCEPTS ................................................................................ 3
2.1 Ethics ................................................................................................................ 3
2.2 Ethical Dilemma ................................................................................................ 3
2.3 Discretion .......................................................................................................... 4
2.4 Ethical Reasoning ............................................................................................. 4
3. THE CHALLENGES OF DECISION-MAKING ....................................................... 4
4. THE PROCESS OF ETHICAL REASONING ......................................................... 5
5. ETHICAL PRINCIPLES.......................................................................................... 6
6. FIVE STEPS OF ETHICAL REASONING FRAMEWORK ..................................... 7
Step 1: Clarify the Ethical Dilemma ........................................................................ 7
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HOW DECISIONS ARE MADE HAS A LOT TO DO WITH HOW EFFECTIVE THEY
TURN OUT TO BE: A DETAILED DISCUSSION OF ETHICAL DECISION-MAKING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................... 3
2. DEFINITION OF CONCEPTS ................................................................................ 3
2.1 Ethics ................................................................................................................ 3
2.2 Ethical Dilemma ................................................................................................ 3
2.3 Discretion .......................................................................................................... 4
2.4 Ethical Reasoning ............................................................................................. 4
3. THE CHALLENGES OF DECISION-MAKING ....................................................... 4
4. THE PROCESS OF ETHICAL REASONING ......................................................... 5
5. ETHICAL PRINCIPLES .......................................................................................... 6
6. FIVE STEPS OF ETHICAL REASONING FRAMEWORK ..................................... 7
Step 1: Clarify the Ethical Dilemma ......................................................................... 7
Step 2: Evaluate Possible Solutions ....................................................................... 7
Step 3: Decide on the Best Course of Action .......................................................... 8
Step 4: Implement the Decision .............................................................................. 8
Step 5: Monitor and Modify ..................................................................................... 8
7. CONCLUSION ....................................................................................................... 8
8. REFERENCES ....................................................................................................... 9
Assignment 1 Semester 1 2025
Unique Number:
Due Date: March 2025
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................... 3
2. DEFINITION OF CONCEPTS ................................................................................ 3
2.1 Ethics ................................................................................................................ 3
2.2 Ethical Dilemma ................................................................................................ 3
2.3 Discretion .......................................................................................................... 4
2.4 Ethical Reasoning ............................................................................................. 4
3. THE CHALLENGES OF DECISION-MAKING ....................................................... 4
4. THE PROCESS OF ETHICAL REASONING ......................................................... 5
5. ETHICAL PRINCIPLES.......................................................................................... 6
6. FIVE STEPS OF ETHICAL REASONING FRAMEWORK ..................................... 7
Step 1: Clarify the Ethical Dilemma ........................................................................ 7
DISCLAIMER & TERMS OF USE
Educational Aid: These study notes are intended to be used as educational resources and should not be seen as a
replacement for individual research, critical analysis, or professional consultation. Students are encouraged to perform
their own research and seek advice from their instructors or academic advisors for specific assignment guidelines.
Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information in
these study notes, the seller does not guarantee the completeness or correctness of all content. The buyer is
responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information and exercising their own judgment when applying it to their
assignments.
Academic Integrity: It is essential for students to maintain academic integrity and follow their institution's policies
regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as learning tools and sources of
inspiration. Any direct reproduction of the content without proper citation and acknowledgment may be considered
academic misconduct.
Limited Liability: The seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or consequences arising from
the use of these notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor academic performance, penalties, or any other negative
consequences resulting from the application or misuse of the information provided.
, For additional support +27 81 278 3372
HOW DECISIONS ARE MADE HAS A LOT TO DO WITH HOW EFFECTIVE THEY
TURN OUT TO BE: A DETAILED DISCUSSION OF ETHICAL DECISION-MAKING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................... 3
2. DEFINITION OF CONCEPTS ................................................................................ 3
2.1 Ethics ................................................................................................................ 3
2.2 Ethical Dilemma ................................................................................................ 3
2.3 Discretion .......................................................................................................... 4
2.4 Ethical Reasoning ............................................................................................. 4
3. THE CHALLENGES OF DECISION-MAKING ....................................................... 4
4. THE PROCESS OF ETHICAL REASONING ......................................................... 5
5. ETHICAL PRINCIPLES .......................................................................................... 6
6. FIVE STEPS OF ETHICAL REASONING FRAMEWORK ..................................... 7
Step 1: Clarify the Ethical Dilemma ......................................................................... 7
Step 2: Evaluate Possible Solutions ....................................................................... 7
Step 3: Decide on the Best Course of Action .......................................................... 8
Step 4: Implement the Decision .............................................................................. 8
Step 5: Monitor and Modify ..................................................................................... 8
7. CONCLUSION ....................................................................................................... 8
8. REFERENCES ....................................................................................................... 9
