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prudence  

Definition

  • Prudence is good judgment in the pursuit of one's interests. A prudent person characteristically acts in a rationally self-interested way, with long-term considerations in mind. [Source: Encyclopedia of Business Ethics and Society; Prudence]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-G1022NV0-6

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