What does discretion require?

• A. That our actions may harm others but justify it
• B. That secrecy is more important than justice
• C. That no innocent man be wronged by our activities; discretion denotes true courage and common sense
• D. That discretion is the same as fear

Answer: (C)

Discretion is about choosing actions with careful judgment that protect people and uphold fairness. It means acting in a way that shows true courage and practical sense, rather than reckless or thoughtless behavior. The best answer expresses that discretion requires that no innocent person be wronged by our activities, and that discretion reflects both courage and common sense in weighing consequences and acting with integrity.

Harming others and justifying it isn’t discretion, secrecy over justice isn’t the responsible path, and equating discretion with fear doesn’t capture the prudent, principled judgment discretion entails.