Ethical Theories and Principles Quiz

Deontologic Ethics = Based on duty/obligation of an individual to a society, group, or organization Teleologic/Utilitarian Ethics = Involves a search for well-founded rules for making moral decisions Virtue Ethics = Focuses on the character of the individual and the ways in which moral character is developed Deontology = Holds that at least some acts are morally obligatory regardless of their consequences for human welfare

Ethical Theories = Attempts to provide a clear, unified account of ethical obligations Golden Rule = The ethic of reciprocity: 'Do unto others as you would have them do unto you' Ethical Obligations = Responsibilities that an individual or group has towards others and society Well-founded Rules = Established rules that serve as the basis for making moral decisions

Individual's Foundation = Ethical theories can serve as this for an individual Group Behavior = Ethical theories are used to explore this aspect of individuals and groups Moral Decisions = The basis for making these decisions is the focus of ethical theories Human Welfare = Consequences for this are disregarded in Deontology

<p>Deontologic Ethics = Focuses solely on the obligation of the individual to perform responsibility, regardless of circumstances Teleologic/Utilitarian Ethics = Focuses on the consequences of actions in determining morality Virtue Ethics = Focuses on the character of the individual and the ways in which moral character is developed Deontology = Focuses on establishing well-founded rules for making moral decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Deontologic Ethics = Based on duty/obligation of an individual to a society, group, or organization Teleologic/Utilitarian Ethics = Consequences of actions are the primary determinant of morality Virtue Ethics = Focuses on the character of the individual and moral character development Deontology = Holds that at least some acts are morally obligatory regardless of their consequences for human welfare</p> Signup and view all the answers