Ethical Reasoning and Engineering Ethics Quiz
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Which of the following best describes the focus of this module?

  • The distinction between ethics, morals, and laws
  • The Aberdeen Three case on engineering ethics
  • The importance of ethics in engineering (correct)
  • Different ethical theories
  • What is the difference between professional ethics and personal ethics?

  • Professional ethics are objective, while personal ethics are subjective.
  • Professional ethics are based on laws, while personal ethics are based on opinions.
  • There is no difference between professional ethics and personal ethics.
  • Professional ethics are specific to the engineering profession, while personal ethics are individual beliefs and values. (correct)
  • What does the term 'opinions vs. judgments' refer to in the context of ethics?

  • The importance of basing ethics on objective judgments
  • The impact of opinions and judgments on engineering decisions
  • The difference between subjective opinions and objective judgments
  • The role of opinions and judgments in forming ethical theories (correct)
  • Which book is NOT mentioned as a source for this module?

    <p>The Aberdeen Three case on engineering ethics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Herbert Hoover, what is the greatest liability of an engineer?

    <p>Lack of ethical principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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