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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
John figured out his teacher’s password to her email account. What is the ethically correct thing for him to do?
A
Tell the teacher so she may change it.
B
Give the password to all the other students.
C
Use the password to change his grades.
D
Keep it to himself, if someone else figures out the password it is not his problem
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Have a conversation: With the exception of extreme ethics violations, confronting the individual directly first is often the best way to manage a situation. Provide an opportunity for the person to explain his actions or to correct the behavior first.

Detailed explanation-2: -Breaking the code of ethics can result in termination or dismissal from the organization. A code of ethics is important because it clearly lays out the rules for behavior and provides the groundwork for a preemptive warning.

Detailed explanation-3: -Some examples of ethical dilemma include: Taking credit for others’ work. Offering a client a worse product for your own profit. Utilizing inside knowledge for your own profit.

Detailed explanation-4: -Is it legal? The purpose of this question is to get you to look at existing standards. Is it balanced? How will it make me feel about myself? 21-Apr-2014

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