Ethics and Morality Quiz

Questions and Answers

What does the principle of Non-Maleficence emphasize?

Taking responsibility for one's actions

Avoiding harm to others (correct)

Respecting the autonomy of others

Doing good and maximizing benefits

What is the main focus of the principle of Beneficence?

Bringing about good through our actions (correct)

Ensuring equitable distribution of resources

Respecting the decisions of others

Minimizing risks in decision-making

Which of the following reflects the principle of Respect for Autonomy?

Encouraging dependence on authority figures

Intervening in personal decisions for a better outcome

Empowering others while respecting their choices (correct)

Avoiding conflict to maintain peace

Which is NOT a corollary principle of Non-Maleficence?

Take active steps to create harm Signup and view all the answers

The obligations of beneficence often conflict with which principle?

Respect for Autonomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the Latin meaning of autonomy?

Self-rule Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines ethical behavior?

Acting in ways consistent with perceived good values Signup and view all the answers

The obligation to keep promises falls under which principle?

Fidelity Signup and view all the answers

Which principle emphasizes fairness in actions and decisions?

Justice Signup and view all the answers

In ethical decision-making, what should each action ideally produce?

Greater benefit than harm Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ethics Overview

Ethics involves principles guiding behavior in personal, societal, and environmental contexts.
Focuses on standards for interactions and shared resources.

Definition of Ethical Behavior

Ethical behavior aligns with societal and individual values of what is considered good.

Principles of Ethical Behavior

Non-Maleficence (Doing No Harm): Obligation to avoid causing harm to others.
Beneficence (Benefiting Others): Responsibility to promote good and enhance well-being.
Justice (Being Just): Ensuring fair treatment and equitable distribution of benefits and burdens.
Fidelity (Being Faithful): Commitment to honesty, trust, and keeping promises.

Principle of Respect for Autonomy

Autonomy emphasizes self-rule and the right of individuals to make personal decisions.
Recognizes a duty to respect others' choices and empower those we are responsible for.
Includes corollary principles of honesty and promise-keeping.

Principle of Non-Maleficence

Distinguishes from similar terms like non-malfeasance and non-malevolence.
Mandates a fundamental duty to avoid harm, encapsulated in the phrase “First, do no harm.”
Additional corollaries include:
- Obligation to minimize unavoidable harm.
- Avoid increasing the risk of harm to others.
- Ethical use of resources that can prevent good.

Principle of Beneficence

Calls for proactive measures to promote good in all actions.
Highlights the need to prevent harm, which may conflict with respecting individual autonomy.

Description

This quiz explores the fundamental principles of ethical behavior in society, focusing on the importance of moral values at the individual and communal levels. Test your understanding of key concepts such as non-maleficence and beneficence in ethical discussions.