Civics & Ethics Definitions

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Which of the following scenarios best illustrates socioeconomic inequality?

  • A government implements policies to redistribute wealth evenly across the population.
  • A wealthy neighborhood has better-funded schools and more resources than a low-income neighborhood. (correct)
  • A community ensures equal access to education and healthcare services for all residents.
  • A company promotes employees based on their performance, regardless of their background.

In what way does 'grooming' differ markedly from typical friendship-building?

  • Grooming is exclusive to adults, while friendship is common among all age groups.
  • Grooming involves building trust, while friendship does not focus on trust.
  • Grooming is a quick process, whereas friendship takes time to develop.
  • Grooming always has manipulative, exploitative, or abusive intentions, often targeting vulnerable individuals. (correct)

What is the primary role of a mediator in conflict resolution?

  • To provide legal representation for each party involved.
  • To impose a binding decision on the disputing parties.
  • To advocate for one party's interests over the other.
  • To facilitate a neutral resolution process and help parties reach an agreement. (correct)

Which situation exemplifies 'exposure' in a non-literal context?

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Which component is most vital to active listening?

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In what situation would clarification be most valuable?

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Why is 'consideration' crucial in ethical decision-making?

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What distinguishes 'decision making' from simply choosing?

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How do active listening skills contribute to successful mediation?

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What is a key difference between socioeconomic inequality and simple economic disparity?

<p>Socioeconomic inequality considers the impact of social factors on access to resources, while economic disparity may not. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Socioeconomic Inequality

The disparity in access to resources, opportunities, and life quality among different social groups due to economic and social factors.

Grooming

Building trust to manipulate, exploit, or abuse someone, often targeting minors.

Mediation

A neutral resolution process where a third party helps parties reach an agreement.

Exposure

The act of being subjected to something.

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Active Listening

Fully focusing, understanding, and responding to the speaker.

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Clarification

Making something easier and clearer to understand.

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Consideration

Carefully thinking about something before making a decision.

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Decision Making

The process of choosing between different options or actions.

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Study Notes

  • Civics & Ethics Definitions

Socioeconomic Inequality

  • The disparity in access to resources, opportunities, and life quality among social groups due to economic and social factors.

Grooming

  • Building trust to manipulate, exploit, or abuse someone, mostly minors.

Mediation

  • A neutral resolution process where a third person helps two or more sides reach an agreement.

Exposure

  • The act of being subjected to something.

Active Listening

  • A communication technique where the listener focuses, understands, and responds to the speaker.

Clarification

  • The process of making something easier and clearer to understand.

Consideration

  • Carefully thinking about something before making a decision.

Decision Making

  • Choosing between different options or actions.

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