Prioritize the steps in solving an ethical dilemma. (Separate the letters with a comma and space: A, B, C, D.)
A. Evaluate the outcome.
B. Plan an approach.
C. Visualize the consequences.
D. Take action.
E. Identify the problem.
E, B, C, D, A
To solve an ethical dilemma, one must clearly identify the problem, plan an approach, visualize the consequences, take action, and evaluate the outcome.
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