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1. Purpose The purpose of this discussion is to explore the extent to which
ethical
PurposeThe purpose of this discussion is to explore the extent to which ethical decisions
may or may not be driven by self-interest and to clarify one’s own moral beliefs about
ethical behavior. We make ethical decisions daily, and this discussion is especially relevant
to decisions we make in our jobs and while living in communities with others. These
decisions also relate to political interactions between cultures and nations today. What
kinds of ethical behaviors would you want to use and see others use in the workplace, in
political decisions that affect many, or in your daily interactions with others?TasksWatch
the video included below and then respond to the questions.Summarize the debate between
Plato and Glaucon. What does Plato conclude about doing the right thing, even when we can
do the wrong thing without being discovered?What does the story of Gyges tell us about
human nature? Are people naturally good or naturally bad?Discuss one example of a
situation from your daily life or the workplace that involves the temptation to do something
wrong without being found out. What reasons can you give for doing the right thing
anyway?Expectations and Criteria for SuccessYour discussion post should answer each
question above in at least two to three sentences and provide arguments and evidence to
support your responses. Successful posts will answer each question with specific examples
and details from the assigned sources.