The five key components that comprise the basics of ethical decision making include ethical intensity,ethics-based principles,concern for affected individuals,benefits and costs,and determination of rights.

Ethical Intensity

Ethical Intensity refers to the perceived importance or significance of an ethical issue, determined by its potential outcomes and the degree of impact on stakeholders.

Ethics-Based Principles

Moral guidelines that govern the behavior and decision-making of individuals or organizations.

Determination of Rights

The process of legally establishing or affirming individuals' entitlements or privileges under the law.