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Questions and Answers
Ethics is only concerned with personal morality, not societal norms.
Ethics is only concerned with personal morality, not societal norms.
False (B)
Utilitarianism focuses on the consequences of actions to maximize happiness.
Utilitarianism focuses on the consequences of actions to maximize happiness.
True (A)
The Harm Principle suggests that freedom should only be limited to prevent self-harm.
The Harm Principle suggests that freedom should only be limited to prevent self-harm.
True (A)
Ethical egoism states that morally right actions maximize long-term self-interest.
Ethical egoism states that morally right actions maximize long-term self-interest.
The Golden Rule assumes that individual preferences are universally applicable.
The Golden Rule assumes that individual preferences are universally applicable.
“committed” is a belief in even-handed punishments that are proportionate to the transgressions.
“committed” is a belief in even-handed punishments that are proportionate to the transgressions.
What is the primary concern of descriptive ethics?
What is the primary concern of descriptive ethics?
Which ethical principle is concerned with preventing harm to oneself?
Which ethical principle is concerned with preventing harm to oneself?
According to utilitarianism, an action is right if it:
According to utilitarianism, an action is right if it:
The principle of distributive justice advocates:
The principle of distributive justice advocates:
Which philosopher is associated with the categorical imperative?
Which philosopher is associated with the categorical imperative?
“Honesty is the best policy” aligns with which principle?
“Honesty is the best policy” aligns with which principle?
Which principle involves treating others the way you would want to be treated?
Which principle involves treating others the way you would want to be treated?
Flashcards
Ethics
Ethics
The study of what is right and wrong in human behavior, focusing on moral principles, values, and duties.
Utilitarianism
Utilitarianism
The moral framework that emphasizes maximizing overall happiness for the greatest number of people.
Harm Principle
Harm Principle
The idea that individual liberty should only be restricted to prevent harm to others.
Ethical Egoism
Ethical Egoism
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Golden Rule
Golden Rule
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Retributive Justice
Retributive Justice
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Distributive Justice
Distributive Justice
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Strict Egalitarianism
Strict Egalitarianism
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Libertarian
Libertarian
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Descriptive Ethics
Descriptive Ethics
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Paternalism
Paternalism
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Non-maleficence
Non-maleficence
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Normative Ethics
Normative Ethics
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Welfarism
Welfarism
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Beneficence
Beneficence
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Veracity
Veracity
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Reversibility
Reversibility
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Justice
Justice
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Disclosure Rule
Disclosure Rule
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Immanuel Kant
Immanuel Kant
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Categorical Imperative
Categorical Imperative
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Jeremy Bentham
Jeremy Bentham
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John Stuart Mill
John Stuart Mill
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Business Ethics
Business Ethics
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Ethical Decision Making
Ethical Decision Making
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Ethical Risks
Ethical Risks
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Ethical Leadership
Ethical Leadership
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Corporate Social Responsibility
Corporate Social Responsibility
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Study Notes
Part I: True or False
- Ethics is concerned with personal morality, not just societal norms. (False)
- Utilitarianism seeks to maximize happiness through the consequences of actions. (True)
- The Harm Principle limits freedom to prevent self-harm. (True)
- Ethical egoism prioritizes maximizing long-term self-interest. (True)
- The Golden Rule assumes universal applicability of individual preferences. (False)
Part II: Multiple Choice
- Retributive Justice: A belief in proportionate punishments for transgressions.
- Descriptive Ethics: Focuses on how people actually behave.
- Preventing Harm: Non-maleficence is the ethical principle focused on avoiding harm to oneself.
- Utilitarianism (Action is Right): An action that maximizes happiness for the most people.
- Distributive Justice: Fair distribution of benefits and burdens.
- Categorical Imperative: Associated with Immanuel Kant.
- Honesty: Aligns with the principle of veracity.
- Treating Others: The Golden Rule involves treating others as you would want to be treated.
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Test your understanding of essential ethical concepts such as utilitarianism, retributive justice, and the harm principle. This quiz covers both true/false statements and multiple-choice questions to assess your grasp of moral philosophy. Perfect for students of ethics!
