A conflict between two or more principles when there is not a "correct" choice is called:
a. ethics c. ethical dilemma
b. bioethics d. ethical situation
C
Ethical dilemmas consist of conflict (disagreement or argument) between at least two ethical principles. There are no "correct" answers for ethical dilemmas, but a variety of possible solutions. Ethical situations are those in which the question of ethics (right and wrong) comes into play. Ethics itself is a branch of philosophy that concerns the distinction between right and wrong based upon a body of knowledge, not just opinions.
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