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What distinguishes ethics from law and etiquette?
What distinguishes ethics from law and etiquette?
What is identified as the central problem of ethics today?
What is identified as the central problem of ethics today?
What is required for ethical living?
What is required for ethical living?
How is ethics described in relation to our social existence?
How is ethics described in relation to our social existence?
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What does ethics require individuals to stop doing, according to the content?
What does ethics require individuals to stop doing, according to the content?
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What is a fundamental Socratic lesson mentioned in the content?
What is a fundamental Socratic lesson mentioned in the content?
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In what way are people described to live privately, as opposed to publicly?
In what way are people described to live privately, as opposed to publicly?
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What is suggested as the primary concern of ethics?
What is suggested as the primary concern of ethics?
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What does Dewey believe is essential for true ethical acts?
What does Dewey believe is essential for true ethical acts?
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According to Dewey, what is a significant distinction made in morality?
According to Dewey, what is a significant distinction made in morality?
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How does Dewey describe the acceptance of cultural rules without critical reflection?
How does Dewey describe the acceptance of cultural rules without critical reflection?
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What is the relationship between theory and action in Dewey's concept of ethics?
What is the relationship between theory and action in Dewey's concept of ethics?
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What is the common issue with the usage of 'ethics' and 'morality' in society?
What is the common issue with the usage of 'ethics' and 'morality' in society?
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What does Dewey imply about the nature of ethical decision-making?
What does Dewey imply about the nature of ethical decision-making?
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In the context of ethics, what does Dewey identify as the center of gravity in morality?
In the context of ethics, what does Dewey identify as the center of gravity in morality?
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What is often questioned in discussions of business ethics according to the content?
What is often questioned in discussions of business ethics according to the content?
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What is a key characteristic of Stage 4: Law and Order Orientation?
What is a key characteristic of Stage 4: Law and Order Orientation?
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In Stage 5: Social Contract Orientation, what becomes the emphasized method for reaching agreements?
In Stage 5: Social Contract Orientation, what becomes the emphasized method for reaching agreements?
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How does Stage 6: Universal Ethical Principles Orientation define right action?
How does Stage 6: Universal Ethical Principles Orientation define right action?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Stage 5?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Stage 5?
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What distinguishes the moral reasoning in Stage 3 from Stage 4?
What distinguishes the moral reasoning in Stage 3 from Stage 4?
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What does the person in Stage 4 primarily see about laws?
What does the person in Stage 4 primarily see about laws?
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At which stage does an individual start questioning laws and societal values?
At which stage does an individual start questioning laws and societal values?
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Which principle is fundamental to Stage 6: Universal Ethical Principles Orientation?
Which principle is fundamental to Stage 6: Universal Ethical Principles Orientation?
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What is the primary focus of meta/analytical ethics?
What is the primary focus of meta/analytical ethics?
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According to Kohlberg, how do individuals progress through moral development stages?
According to Kohlberg, how do individuals progress through moral development stages?
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What is the fundamental aim of normative ethics?
What is the fundamental aim of normative ethics?
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How does Kohlberg believe moral dilemmas contribute to moral development?
How does Kohlberg believe moral dilemmas contribute to moral development?
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Which principle exemplifies normative ethics as per the content?
Which principle exemplifies normative ethics as per the content?
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Which characteristic of moral standards implies they address situations that can significantly harm or benefit individuals?
Which characteristic of moral standards implies they address situations that can significantly harm or benefit individuals?
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What role does social interaction play in moral development, according to Kohlberg?
What role does social interaction play in moral development, according to Kohlberg?
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What distinguishes moral standards from legal standards regarding their establishment?
What distinguishes moral standards from legal standards regarding their establishment?
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What does meta/analytical ethics primarily seek to analyze?
What does meta/analytical ethics primarily seek to analyze?
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Which characteristic indicates that moral obligations may override personal self-interest?
Which characteristic indicates that moral obligations may override personal self-interest?
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Which factor does normative ethics attempt to establish about moral behavior?
Which factor does normative ethics attempt to establish about moral behavior?
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What does it mean when moral standards are said to be based on 'impartial considerations'?
What does it mean when moral standards are said to be based on 'impartial considerations'?
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How do moral standards differ in validity compared to legally established standards?
How do moral standards differ in validity compared to legally established standards?
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What is implied by the statement that moral standards should override self-interest?
What is implied by the statement that moral standards should override self-interest?
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Which term best describes the 'moral point of view' referenced in the context of moral standards?
Which term best describes the 'moral point of view' referenced in the context of moral standards?
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In what way are moral standards often perceived in relation to self-interest?
In what way are moral standards often perceived in relation to self-interest?
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What primary motivation characterizes the first two stages of Kohlberg's preconventional level?
What primary motivation characterizes the first two stages of Kohlberg's preconventional level?
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Which aspect does descriptive ethics focus on according to Kohlberg's research?
Which aspect does descriptive ethics focus on according to Kohlberg's research?
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Which statement reflects a characteristic of descriptive ethics as discussed?
Which statement reflects a characteristic of descriptive ethics as discussed?
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What is a crucial difference between descriptive ethics and prescriptive ethics in relation to Kohlberg's work?
What is a crucial difference between descriptive ethics and prescriptive ethics in relation to Kohlberg's work?
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In Kohlberg's study, what moral dilemma was presented to the group of boys?
In Kohlberg's study, what moral dilemma was presented to the group of boys?
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At what developmental stage do children primarily view morality in relation to punishment?
At what developmental stage do children primarily view morality in relation to punishment?
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What characterizes the responses of young children when asked about the concept of stealing?
What characterizes the responses of young children when asked about the concept of stealing?
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Which statement best captures the role of descriptive ethics in moral philosophy?
Which statement best captures the role of descriptive ethics in moral philosophy?
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Study Notes
Business Ethics Introduction
- Ethics distinguishes itself from law and etiquette, by exploring the essence of social existence, from religion by seeking reason for principles, to guide human actions and produce good character.
- Human beings are dependent on each other for survival. Collective existence involves making choices in a way that benefits others.
- Ethics is a communal endeavour, focused on understanding rights and relationships.
Defining Ethics
- Defining ethics is straightforward, but applying it in life is complex. Ethics requires concern for others' well-being and moving beyond a self-centred perspective.
- Moral engagement is essential, willing to confront ethical dilemmas and extend oneself to consider others' needs.
- Kierkegaard emphasized subjectivity as the starting point of ethics, suggesting that ethical awareness begins with self-reflection, leading to acknowledgment and consideration of others.
- Sartre states that our collective existence necessitates choices impacting others. Moral existence is unavoidable
Morality and Ethics Defining
- Morality and ethics are often used interchangeably but can be distinguished.
- Morality refers to norms, values, and beliefs that shape perceptions of right and wrong within a community or individual.
- Ethics is the systematic study of morality, applying reason to clarify moral principles.
Moral Standards Characteristics
- Moral standards concern significant harm or benefit to humans.
- Moral standards are not created by authority but by reasoned justification of their validity.
- Moral standards take precedence over other values, including self-interest.
- Moral judgment requires impartial considerations, considering all perspectives impartially.
- Moral standards are tied to emotions and vocabulary, such as guilt or shame when violating moral codes.
Descriptive and Comparative Ethics
- Descriptive/comparative ethics looks at people's ethical beliefs and behaviors.
- It is an empirical study, focusing on observation of values, actions, and moral agents.
- Comparing ethical systems across times, societies, or cultures to understand variations in moral convictions.
Lawrence Kohlberg's Descriptive Ethics
- Kohlberg's theory explores moral development through stages.
- Preconventional stages focus on punishment and obedience, where rules are obeyed based on external consequences.
- Conventional stages emphasize conforming to social norms, seeking approval from others, and maintaining social order.
- Postconventional stages emphasize moral principles, with individuals developing their own ethical standards.
Meta-Analytical Ethics
- Meta-analytical ethics focuses on the nature of morality, such as good vs. bad.
- This branch seeks to understand the concepts and foundations of ethical judgments.
Applied Ethics
- Applied ethics examines moral conflicts in specific real-world contexts.
- It applies ethical frameworks to dilemmas in areas like bioethics or business ethics.
- Business ethics studies ethical questions in organizations, policies, practices and individual behaviours.
Business Ethics and its Importance
- Business ethics is the application of moral principles to business contexts.
- Ethical principles, such as honesty, trustworthiness, and cooperation, are fundamental to maintaining business success.
- Ethics in business creates customer loyalty and brand trust that contributes to long term profitability.
- Business activity needs ethical considerations to function properly, otherwise leads to social dilemmas and collapse.
- Ethical considerations are consistent with financial success and profitability, as ethical companies are usually viewed positively by consumers and stakeholders.
Globalization and Business Ethics
- Globalization has created interconnected businesses in many regions, which leads to complex ethical quandaries.
- Multinational corporations face challenges balancing profit with ethical conduct in different cultural contexts.
- Issues around ethical treatment of workers, environmental concerns, and respect for cultural norms arises with globalization context.
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This quiz delves into the concepts of business ethics, highlighting the importance of ethical reasoning, social responsibilities, and moral engagement. It explores the perspectives of thinkers like Kierkegaard and Sartre on the complexities of applying ethics in real life. Test your understanding of how ethics shapes our interactions and choices.
