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Personal Example of a "Right vs. Right" Ethical Dilemma

One personal example of a "right vs. right" ethical dilemma that I have faced in the past is the following:

Situation: I was working as a software engineer at a small startup company. We were working on a new product that was very important to the company's success. However, we were behind schedule and there was a lot of pressure to meet the deadline.

Moral Considerations:

• On the one hand, I wanted to be a loyal employee and help the company succeed. This meant working long hours and meeting the deadline, even if it meant cutting some corners.
• On the other hand, I didn't want to compromise the quality of the product. I knew that if we rushed the product out the door, it would likely be buggy and unreliable. This could damage the company's reputation and hurt its customers.

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      Outcome: I decided to talk to my manager about the situation. I explained that I was concerned about the quality of the product if we rushed it out the door. My manager agreed that quality was important, but he also said that the deadline was critical. He told me to do my best to meet the deadline, but to let him know if I needed any help. I ended up working long hours to meet the deadline, but I was able to do so without compromising the quality of the product. I also learned a valuable lesson about the importance of communication and teamwork in the workplace. Which Type of Right vs. Right Dilemma is This? This right vs. right dilemma can be classified as a short-term vs. long-term dilemma. In the short term, I could have met the deadline by cutting some corners and releasing a buggy product. However, this would have hurt the company's reputation and customers in the long term. In the end, I decided to focus on the long term and release a high-quality product, even if it meant missing the deadline. Part 2: Dilemma with a Loved One vs. Stranger If the person in the police officer scenario was my favorite person, I would still arrest them for DUI. I know that this would be a difficult decision, but I believe that it is the right thing to do. DUI is a serious offense that can put the driver and others on the road at risk. I could not justify letting my favorite person go simply because they are close to me. If the person in the police officer scenario was a complete stranger, I would still arrest them for DUI. I do not believe that it is appropriate to give different treatment to people based on my personal relationship with them. Everyone should be held accountable for their actions, regardless of who they are. Conclusion Ethical dilemmas can be difficult to resolve, but it is important to remember that there is always a right thing to do. By carefully considering the moral considerations involved and weighing the short-term vs. long-term consequences, we can make the best decisions possible.