Mary is a newly hired police officer. One day, she observes two fellow officers removing drugs from the evidence room. Mary's values include a devotion to loyalty, so she is inclined to protect her fellow officers. At the same time, she also believes in upholding the law. Mary's situation is an example of:
A)an ethical dilemma.
B)cultural relativism.
C)universality.
D)Aristotle's "golden mean."

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Mary is facing an ethical dilemma because she is torn between her loyalty to her fellow officers and her duty to uphold the law, which are conflicting ethical principles.

Mary Is a Newly Hired Police Officer