Which of the following statements describes the decision guidelines for an ethical decision?
A)Identify the ethical issue, specify alternatives, consult the Code of Professional Conduct, and choose the solution which has the greatest benefit to the largest number of people.
B)Identify the ethical issue, consult an external auditor, and make the decision.
C)Identify the ethical issue, specify alternatives, calculate the gain or loss on each alternative solution, and choose the solution with the smallest gain or highest loss.
D)Identify the ethical issue, specify alternatives, assess the possible outcomes, and make the decision.

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The correct approach to making an ethical decision involves identifying the issue, specifying alternatives, assessing possible outcomes, and then making a decision based on this assessment.

Which of the Following Statements Describes the Decision Guidelines for an Ethical