Ethics and Moral Reasoning Quiz

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What does impartiality primarily emphasize?

  • Evaluating facts objectively
  • Maximizing individual benefits
  • Equally valuing all individuals' interests (correct)
  • Prioritizing majority opinions

The first step in the 7-Step Moral Reasoning Model is to determine the ethical issues.

False (B)

What is the seventh step in the 7-Step Moral Reasoning Model?

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Impartiality is also known as ________.

<p>evenhandedness</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the steps of the 7-Step Moral Reasoning Model with their descriptions:

<p>Step 1 = Gather the Facts Step 3 = Identify the Principles that have a Bearing on the Case Step 5 = Compare the Alternatives with the Principles Step 6 = Weigh/Assess the Consequences</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Key Concepts in Moral Reasoning

  • Reason functions as the underlying motive or rationale for actions, decisions, or beliefs.
  • Impartiality emphasizes the equal significance of every individual's perspectives and interests, also known as evenhandedness or fair-mindedness.

The 7-Step Moral Reasoning Model

  • Step 1: Gather the Facts - Collect all relevant information and data pertaining to the situation.
  • Step 2: Determine the Ethical Issues - Identify key ethical dilemmas or conflicts present in the case.
  • Step 3: Identify Relevant Principles - Recognize ethical principles that relate to the circumstances and will guide the analysis.
  • Step 4: List the Alternatives - Enumerate potential actions or responses available in the situation.
  • Step 5: Compare Alternatives with Principles - Evaluate how each alternative aligns with the identified ethical principles.
  • Step 6: Weigh/Assess the Consequences - Analyze the potential outcomes and impacts of each alternative.
  • Step 7: Make a Decision - Reach a conclusion based on the gathered facts, ethical issues, principles, alternatives, and assessed consequences.

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