18 Questions
What defines an immoral action?
An action that is considered morally wrong.
Which of the following actions would be classified as amoral based on the text?
A lion killing a zebra.
What characterizes a morally neutral action as per the text?
Being independent from moral judgment.
Which scenario represents an ethical dilemma?
A child accidently firing a gun and injuring a relative.
In the context of the text, what could be described as an amoral action?
A lion hunting its prey.
What differentiates a moral action from an immoral action based on the text?
Being considered morally right or good.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of moral standards?
They are established or changed by the decisions of authoritative individuals or bodies.
Which of the following is an example of a non-moral standard provided in the text?
Standards of etiquette by which we judge manners as good or bad
Which of the following statements is true about moral standards?
They take precedence over other standards and considerations, especially self-interest.
Which of the following actions would be considered a moral issue according to the text?
Deciding whether to lie to a friend to avoid hurting their feelings
Which of the following statements is true about non-moral standards?
They are matters of taste or preference.
Which of the following actions would be considered a moral issue according to the text?
Deciding to commit a crime for personal gain
What is a crucial feature of an ethical dilemma?
The person should perform both conflicting acts based on their ethical compass, but cannot choose both
If you see your friend's wife flirting with another man, which ethical approach would suggest keeping silent?
The utilitarian approach, as telling your friend may cause more harm than good
If your colleague takes credit for your work, which ethical approach would justify taking credit for their work in retaliation?
None of the approaches would justify such an action, as it would be considered unethical
As a salesperson, which ethical approach would suggest disclosing a core weakness of your product to a potential customer?
All of the approaches would suggest disclosing the weakness, as honesty is an ethical obligation
If your friend asks you if you like their dress before a date, which ethical approach would suggest telling the truth?
All of the approaches would suggest telling the truth, as honesty is an ethical obligation
Which of the following is an example of an amoral action, rather than an ethical dilemma?
Choosing what to have for lunch, as it has no ethical implications
Test your understanding of ethical standards and moral actions with this quiz. Determine if certain examples are moral issues and differentiate between moral, immoral, and amoral actions.
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