10 Questions
Which of the following is the BEST definition of ethics?
The study of standards and codes of behavior expected from an individual by a group
Which of the following is the BEST definition of law?
A system of rules that tells what one can and cannot do
Which of the following is the BEST definition of personal ethics?
The set of one's own ethical commitments
Which of the following is the BEST definition of common morality?
The set of moral ideals shared by most members of a culture or society
Which of the following is the BEST definition of professional ethics?
The set of standards adopted by professionals of a certain discipline
Which of the following is NOT an example of a code of personal ethics mentioned in the text?
Always follow the law
Which of the following is an example of a code of personal ethics mentioned in the text?
Never disclose information given to you in confidence
Which of the following is NOT one of the key differences between personal ethics and professional ethics mentioned in the text?
Personal ethics can be different from common morality, while professional ethics are always aligned with common morality
Which of the following is a key similarity between personal ethics and professional ethics mentioned in the text?
Both are focused on individual behavior
What is the primary difference between ethics and law?
Ethics is the study of moral principles, while law is a system of rules
This quiz covers the concept of a profession, particularly in the context of engineering. It discusses the requirements for being recognized as a professional engineer and the dimensions of engineering tasks and possible problems.
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