Ethics and Moral Philosophy Quiz

Ethics is the study of what is right or wrong in human conduct.

The determinants of Ethics include Religion, Law, Society, Individual, Knowledge, and Time.

The essence of Ethics is to understand philosophies that guide us in determining what is right or wrong.

<p>Consequences of being ethical include safeguarding society, feeling good, creating credibility, and satisfying basic human needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ethical dilemmas include how to live a good life, our rights and responsibilities, the language of right and wrong, and moral decisions on what is good and bad.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The term 'Ethics' is derived from the Greek word 'ethos', which can mean custom, habit, character, or disposition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Studying ethics is important because of the increasing rate of crime and decline in traditional moral conduct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The study of moral philosophy can help us think better about morality, clarify our moral positions, and improve our perspective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In ethical situations, individuals need to make choices to determine the correct course of action and what to avoid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There is a common agreement that individuals should strive to do the right thing, to act morally acceptably in a given situation or circumstance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The study of ethics helps individuals look critically at their own lives, evaluate their actions, choices, and decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some prevailing trends include terrorism, civil wars, industrial pollution, misleading advertising, crooked insurance practices, and other unethical behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers