17 Questions
What is the focus of situational ethics according to Joseph Fletcher (1966)?
Consequences of actions
What is considered intrinsically good?
Love
What does the 'Golden Rule' propose as the most important guide for ethical behavior in organizations?
Treating others as you would want to be treated
How does Joseph Fletcher view the validity of rules and principles in situational ethics?
Valid only if they serve love in a specific situation
What defines a person's actions as ethical according to the text?
Well-intentioned and in line with a person’s duty to society
What is a key problem with the Utilitarian Theory according to the text?
Difficulty in deciding whose interest is primary
According to Situational Ethics, what is the primary focus when making decisions?
Serving Christian love (Agape)
In the Kantian Theory, what is emphasized when considering ethical duties?
Duties and obligations
How does deontological ethics differ from utilitarianism?
Focusing on following duties regardless of consequences
What does Joseph Fletcher advocate in situational ethics?
Acting in a way that serves Christian love in specific situations
In ethical decision-making, what would a utilitarian approach primarily focus on?
Calculating the immediate consequences of actions
What is the main focus of egoism in teleological theories?
Consequences of behaviors on the self only
Which category of ethical egoism believes that everyone should act in the individual's own interest?
Individual ethical egoism
According to ethical egoism, what is considered ethical behavior?
Actions that promote one's own interests
Which type of consequential ethics focuses on the ratio of goodness or badness an action produces?
Utilitarianism
What is the main motivation behind personal ethical egoism according to Hinman (2007)?
"I am going to act only in my own interest, and everyone else can do whatever they want."
Which type of consequential ethics is based on the principle 'do unto others as you would have them do unto you'?
The Golden Rule
Learn about the concept of situational ethics proposed by Joseph Fletcher in 1966. Understand the importance of considering consequences and acting in a way that promotes Christian love (Agape) in specific situations. Explore the idea that rules and principles are only valid if they serve love in a specific context.
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