Introduction to Ethics Quiz

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What is the definition of ethics?

A habit that inclines people to do what is acceptable
A habit of unacceptable behavior
Personal principles upon which an individual bases their decisions about what is right and wrong
A code of behavior defined by the group to which an individual belongs (correct)

What are morals based on?

Individual views and cultural differences
Cultural group and ethnic background
Life experiences and education
Personal principles upon which an individual bases their decisions about what is right and wrong (correct)

Which of the following is an example of vice?

Loyalty
Generosity
Fairness
Greed (correct)

What can influence individual views of moral behavior?

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In what situation can conflicts arise between group ethics and personal morals?

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Ethics

A code of behavior defined by the group to which an individual belongs

Morals

Personal principles guiding decisions about right and wrong.

Greed

An example of vice is extreme selfishness and desire for possessions.

Moral behavior influences

Cultural group and ethnic background

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Ethics vs. Morals Conflict

Acting as a defense attorney

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Study Notes

What is the definition of ethics? What are morals based on? Which of the following is an example of vice? What can influence individual views of moral behavior? In what situation can conflicts arise between group ethics and personal morals?