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Which of the following best describes the focus of normative ethics?
Which of the following best describes the focus of normative ethics?
- Analyzing how ethical beliefs vary across cultures.
- Examining the meaning of moral terms and concepts.
- Applying ethical theories to specific moral dilemmas.
- Creating general moral rules to govern behavior. (correct)
What is the primary etymological root of the word 'ethics'?
What is the primary etymological root of the word 'ethics'?
- The Latin word for 'tradition'.
- The Latin word for 'moral'.
- The Greek word for 'virtue'.
- The Greek word for 'character'. (correct)
Which area of ethical study is concerned with discovering what moral standards people actually follow?
Which area of ethical study is concerned with discovering what moral standards people actually follow?
- Normative ethics.
- Applied ethics.
- Descriptive ethics. (correct)
- Metaethics.
In what way does applied ethics broaden the scope of metaethics?
In what way does applied ethics broaden the scope of metaethics?
How does the concept of 'Walk Their Talk' relate to ethical behavior?
How does the concept of 'Walk Their Talk' relate to ethical behavior?
What is the ultimate goal of ethics, according to the importance of ethics?
What is the ultimate goal of ethics, according to the importance of ethics?
How does the text characterize 'Opportunist' in the context of ethical models?
How does the text characterize 'Opportunist' in the context of ethical models?
What does Socrates suggest is the purpose of ethics?
What does Socrates suggest is the purpose of ethics?
If a person's actions are driven by a desire to maximize happiness for those affected within their sphere of influence, which ethical theory are they applying?
If a person's actions are driven by a desire to maximize happiness for those affected within their sphere of influence, which ethical theory are they applying?
Which model of ethics refers to people who present a false image, concealing their true nature?
Which model of ethics refers to people who present a false image, concealing their true nature?
What commonality exists between metaethics and normative ethics?
What commonality exists between metaethics and normative ethics?
How do 'mos' and 'mores' from Latin contribute to our understanding of ethics?
How do 'mos' and 'mores' from Latin contribute to our understanding of ethics?
Why is ethics considered important, based on the content?
Why is ethics considered important, based on the content?
In what area would research on varying socio-economic conditions that affect crime rates fall?
In what area would research on varying socio-economic conditions that affect crime rates fall?
Which of the following is most closely associated with Kantian Ethics?
Which of the following is most closely associated with Kantian Ethics?
What distinguishes 'Salt of the Earth' from 'Walk Their Talk'?
What distinguishes 'Salt of the Earth' from 'Walk Their Talk'?
Which of the following fields of study is most likely to inform descriptive ethics?
Which of the following fields of study is most likely to inform descriptive ethics?
According to the introduction to ethics, what is moral philosophy primarily concerned with?
According to the introduction to ethics, what is moral philosophy primarily concerned with?
Which type of ethical inquiry might involve researching a society's historical laws to understand its evolving views on justice?
Which type of ethical inquiry might involve researching a society's historical laws to understand its evolving views on justice?
How does ethics relate to human actions, as presented in the text?
How does ethics relate to human actions, as presented in the text?
Flashcards
Ethics
Ethics
Principles or standards of human conduct; the study of such principles.
Ethics defined
Ethics defined
The rational reflection on what is right, wrong, just, unjust, good, and bad in human behavior.
Importance of Ethics
Importance of Ethics
Living properly, developing a good moral character, and understanding one's purpose.
Facade (Ethical Model)
Facade (Ethical Model)
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Walk Their Talk
Walk Their Talk
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Opportunist
Opportunist
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Salt of the Earth
Salt of the Earth
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Metaethics
Metaethics
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Normative Ethics
Normative Ethics
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Examples of Normative Ethics
Examples of Normative Ethics
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Applied Ethics
Applied Ethics
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Descriptive Ethics
Descriptive Ethics
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Study Notes
Ethics Defined
- Derived from the Greek word "ethika" (plural of ethos), meaning "custom," "character," or "characteristic way of acting."
- Also rooted in the Latin words "mos, mores," signifying "tradition" or "custom."
- Principles and standards guiding human conduct, often termed morals, are studied in moral philosophy.
- Rational consideration of right and wrong, justice and injustice, and good and bad within human behavior.
- Directs human actions toward maximizing happiness for those involved.
- Philosophical exploration of the morality of human acts.
- Socrates defines ethics as the investigation of life.
Importance of Ethics
- Enables humans to live correctly, develop moral character, acquire virtues, find perfection, and comprehend their purpose of existence.
- Contributes to everyone's pursuit of peace and harmony, which aligns with the common interests of individuals and the government.
Model of Ethics
- FACADE references the exterior persona people use to hide their dark side
- WALK THEIR TALK describes people who are keen towards the action and substance of morals
- OPPORTUNIST describes people who will gain advantage at the expense of ethics or morals
- SALT OF THE EARTH defines the most worthy people
Types of Ethics
- There are 4 main types of ethics
Metaethics
- Explores the nature of ethical properties, statements, attitudes, and judgments, focusing on the meaning of ethics, moral values, and moral judgments.
- A branch of analytic philosophy examining the status, foundations, and scope of moral values, properties, and words.
- Concerned with what morality itself is.
- "Meta" originates from the Greek, signifying "above" or "after."
Normative Ethics
- Focuses on creating theories that establish general moral rules for behavior.
- Utilitarianism seeks to maximize happiness and well-being.
- Kantian ethics uses universal moral principles applicable to all.
Applied Ethics / Special Ethics
- Applies metaethics principles to various aspects of human activity, including individual (God, self, fellow humans) and social (family, state, world) contexts.
- Examines how individuals should act in specific areas of life, addressing issues like meat-eating, euthanasia, or stealing.
- Aims to determine appropriate actions in particular situations.
Descriptive Ethics
- Describes human behavior and/or the moral standards people claim to follow.
- Involves research from anthropology, psychology, sociology, and history to understand beliefs about moral norms.
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