Applied Ethics Questions and Fields
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What does ethics in philosophy involve?

  • Directing individuals on what to do and what not to do
  • Dictating specific moral actions to follow
  • Defending and systematizing concepts of right and wrong behavior (correct)
  • Creating a vacuum of choice for individuals

    • From which Ancient Greek word is the English word 'ethics' derived?

  • Ēthikós (ἠθικός) (correct)
  • Êthos (ἦθος)
  • Éthique
  • Ethica

    • What is one major concern of ethics?

  • Mathematical equations
  • History of philosophy
  • Religious studies
  • Nature of ultimate value (correct)

    • Which branch of philosophy concerns matters of value, including ethics and aesthetics?

    <p>Axiology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ethical philosophy involve according to Wikipedia?

    <p>Systematizing, defending, and recommending concepts of right and wrong behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of ethics in guiding human behavior?

    <p>Providing recommendations and standards for judging right or wrong actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which language did the English word 'ethics' originate from?

    <p>Ancient Greek</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Ethics' deals with the studies that constitute:

    <p><strong>Good</strong> and <strong>bad</strong> conduct, <strong>right</strong> and <strong>wrong</strong> values, and <strong>good</strong> and <strong>evil</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Ethics' creates a vacuum that results in:

    <p><strong>Independent choice guided by recommended ethical concepts</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Ethics' is concerned with both ____________.

    <p><strong>Aesthetics</strong> and <strong>value</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

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