Questions and Answers
What is ethics?
The investigation and analysis of moral principles and dilemmas.
What are morals?
The prevailing standards of behavior that enable people to live cooperatively in groups.
Which of the following is an ethical theory that uses rules to distinguish right from wrong?
Consequentialism judges whether something is right based on its consequences.
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What does utilitarianism focus on to determine right from wrong?
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Hedonism is primarily concerned with which of the following?
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What does social contract theory establish?
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Who developed the philosophy of virtue?
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Ethical fading occurs when ethical aspects of a decision become more visible.
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Would you sacrifice one person to save ______?
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Study Notes
What is Ethics?
- Ethics involves investigating and analyzing moral principles and dilemmas.
- Refers to rules or guidelines that define right and wrong conduct for individuals and groups.
What is Morals?
- Morals are the societal standards that guide cooperative behavior among groups.
- Represents what is sanctioned as acceptable within societies.
Importance of Studying Ethics
- Understanding ethical theories enhances moral reasoning and decision-making.
Deontology
- Ethical theory that distinguishes right from wrong based on established rules.
- Associated with philosopher Immanuel Kant.
- Emphasizes adherence to universal moral laws like "Don’t lie, don’t steal, don’t cheat."
Consequentialism
- Ethical theory that assesses the rightness of actions based on their outcomes.
- Criticism arises due to the challenge of predicting the consequences of actions accurately.
Utilitarianism
- A branch of consequentialism that determines right from wrong by evaluating outcomes.
- Advocates for the decision that produces the greatest good for the greatest number.
Hedonism
- Belief that pleasure or the absence of pain is central to moral decision-making.
- Subdivided into several forms: normative hedonism, motivational hedonism, egotistical hedonism, and altruistic hedonism.
Social Contract Theory
- Suggests that individuals coexist in society based on an agreement establishing moral and political rules.
- Aims to promote harmony and order within society.
Virtue
- Developed by Aristotle and other ancient Greek philosophers.
- Focuses on understanding and living a life defined by moral character.
- Advocates that virtues are acquired through practice and lived experience.
Ethical Fading
- Occurs when ethical considerations of a decision become overshadowed by other factors, like profitability or competition.
Ethical Decision Making Scenario
- Raises a classic moral dilemma: Would you sacrifice one person to save five?
Ethical Issues in Technology and Networks
- Highlights the importance of ethical considerations in modern workplace technology and networking context.
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Description
Explore the fundamental principles of ethics and morals, including key ethical theories such as deontology and consequentialism. This quiz enhances your understanding of moral reasoning and the significance of ethics in society. Test your knowledge on various ethical frameworks like utilitarianism and their applications.
