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Which component is NOT part of the moral reasoning framework presented?
Which component is NOT part of the moral reasoning framework presented?
What is the goal of studying business ethics in this course?
What is the goal of studying business ethics in this course?
What does virtue ethics primarily focus on in the context of business ethics?
What does virtue ethics primarily focus on in the context of business ethics?
Which aspect of normative ethics addresses moral standards that guide conduct?
Which aspect of normative ethics addresses moral standards that guide conduct?
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In the context of moral reasoning, what does 'moral information' refer to?
In the context of moral reasoning, what does 'moral information' refer to?
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Which theory equates morality with developing good character?
Which theory equates morality with developing good character?
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What do Duty Theories primarily focus on?
What do Duty Theories primarily focus on?
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Which of the following best describes Consequentialism?
Which of the following best describes Consequentialism?
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What concept suggests that right and wrong exist only within specific contexts?
What concept suggests that right and wrong exist only within specific contexts?
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What principle is upheld by moral absolutism?
What principle is upheld by moral absolutism?
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In the context of free will, which perspective argues we are shaped by our environment?
In the context of free will, which perspective argues we are shaped by our environment?
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Which of the following concepts implies individuals are responsible for their actions?
Which of the following concepts implies individuals are responsible for their actions?
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Which theory is best associated with the idea of fulfilling obligations regardless of outcomes?
Which theory is best associated with the idea of fulfilling obligations regardless of outcomes?
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What is considered a key component of good judgment in virtue ethics?
What is considered a key component of good judgment in virtue ethics?
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According to the content, what can be concluded about the statement 'Emma killed a kitten'?
According to the content, what can be concluded about the statement 'Emma killed a kitten'?
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How are personal values evaluated according to the discussion questions?
How are personal values evaluated according to the discussion questions?
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Which approach does the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) NOT represent?
Which approach does the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) NOT represent?
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What can be inferred about the relationship between virtues and values from the content?
What can be inferred about the relationship between virtues and values from the content?
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What is the primary concept that Agentic Virtue Ethics emphasizes?
What is the primary concept that Agentic Virtue Ethics emphasizes?
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In the context of virtues, what should one do with emotions that come naturally?
In the context of virtues, what should one do with emotions that come naturally?
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According to Aristotle's list of virtues, what is the deficiency associated with courage?
According to Aristotle's list of virtues, what is the deficiency associated with courage?
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Which pair of terms represents the extremes of self-expression according to Aristotle's virtues?
Which pair of terms represents the extremes of self-expression according to Aristotle's virtues?
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Which of the following describes the balance that Agentic Virtue Ethics advocates for pleasure?
Which of the following describes the balance that Agentic Virtue Ethics advocates for pleasure?
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What does agentic virtue ethics emphasize in personal development?
What does agentic virtue ethics emphasize in personal development?
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Which virtue is specifically associated with combating envy?
Which virtue is specifically associated with combating envy?
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How do Neo-Confucianism and Medieval Christianity view the cultivation of virtues?
How do Neo-Confucianism and Medieval Christianity view the cultivation of virtues?
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What do moral relativism and moral absolutism agree on?
What do moral relativism and moral absolutism agree on?
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What virtue is associated with fighting inconstancy?
What virtue is associated with fighting inconstancy?
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In the context of virtue ethics, what is the purpose of training oneself?
In the context of virtue ethics, what is the purpose of training oneself?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of postmodernism regarding virtue?
Which of the following is a characteristic of postmodernism regarding virtue?
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Which virtue is emphasized as a counter to wrath within virtue ethics?
Which virtue is emphasized as a counter to wrath within virtue ethics?
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Study Notes
Ethics and Business
- Ethics concerns concepts of right and wrong behavior.
- Business ethics focuses on the application of ethics within business decision-making.
- Meta-ethics explores the origins of ethical principles.
- Normative ethics establishes moral standards for conduct.
- Applied ethics uses moral judgement in real-world situations.
Moral Reasoning
- Moral reasoning involves identifying the moral standard and using it to judge a factual information.
- When making ethical judgements, we need to consider whether we have free will, or if we are controlled by our environment.
- "Structure" refers to the influence on our actions by our environment.
- "Agency" refers to the ability to make free, independent choices
- Moral relativism suggests that right and wrong are determined by context.
- Moral absolutism suggests that right and wrong are universal and unchanging.
Types of Normative Ethics
- There are three main types of normative ethics:
- Virtue theory: emphasizes the development of good character.
- Duty theory: emphasizes the obligation to do what is right, regardless of consequences.
- Consequentialism: judges the morality of an action by its consequences.
Finding Your Own Virtues
- Neo-Confucianism and medieval Christianity share the idea that virtues can be cultivated to combat vices.
- Postmodernism, focuses on environmental factors as drivers or our actions.
- Classical Liberalism emphasizes the individual’s responsibility to make moral choices.
- Structuralism emphasizes context and external influences, while Agency stresses personal choice.
- Moderation, avoiding extremes in our behaviour, is key to achieving virtue.
- Our natural tendencies can be either virtues or vices; it is our responsibility to moderate them.
- Applying your own values to your everyday decisions and actions is key to developing good character.
- The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) can help you identify your personality type and understand your strengths and weaknesses.
- The Personal Values Test can be done to understand your own values.
- Learning about your values and virtues can empower you to make better ethical decisions.
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Explore the principles of ethics in business and moral reasoning in this quiz. Understand different types of ethics, including applied and normative ethics, and how these concepts inform decision-making in the business world. Additionally, discover the dynamics of free will and moral relativism versus absolutism.
