Moral Questions & Interpretation
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What is a moral standard primarily focused on?

  • Social popularity
  • Personal beliefs
  • Self-interest
  • Objective considerations (correct)

    • Which of the following is considered a universal moral standard?

  • Maintaining privacy at all costs
  • Following local customs
  • Telling the truth (correct)
  • Lying to protect someone's feelings

    • What might cause feelings of guilt in an individual?

  • Making ethically ambiguous decisions
  • Not living up to moral standards (correct)
  • Achieving personal goals
  • Following the majority opinion

    • Which of the following best defines a moral dilemma?

    <p>A decision where one moral principle must outweigh another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should moral standards be prioritized over?

    <p>Self-interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these feelings is commonly associated with not adhering to moral norms?

    <p>Disgust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Moral standards are believed to be universal because they are applicable __________.

    <p>Anywhere and anytime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized as a component that influences moral standards?

    <p>Cultural norms and values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consequence of excessive autonomy in a work environment?

    <p>Isolation of individuals or groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership behavior is essential for maintaining financial reporting integrity?

    <p>Demonstrating ethical actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of unrealistic and conflicting goals?

    <p>They can lead to confusion and waste of time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect should a leader prioritize to prevent ethical dilemmas?

    <p>Balancing job roles and responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential effect of overly interdependent teams in an organization?

    <p>Absenteeism and time waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be the nature of job descriptions to avoid gaps and overlaps?

    <p>Clearly articulated and well-defined</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor could influence an individual to act unethically due to peer pressure?

    <p>Social status among peers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important solution to avoid excessive coordination in teams?

    <p>Establishing a well-distributed job structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'value' signify in the context of beliefs and behaviors?

    <p>Something believed to be worthy of pursuit or promotion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Office of Internal Revenue (BIR) at the national level?

    <p>To collect national taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'uniformity in taxation' refer to?

    <p>All properties are taxed equally and fairly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Kofi Annan, what essential values were reaffirmed in the Millennium Declaration?

    <p>Freedom, equality, solidarity, and respect for nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does equity in taxation mean?

    <p>Taxes should be paid based on an individual's income capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can values differ among individuals?

    <p>They stem from personal experiences and social influences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What two ways can values be understood as mentioned in the content?

    <p>Because they are deemed important and believed to have inherent value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does culture influence moral development according to the content?

    <p>It serves as a binding force enhancing interpersonal relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the 1987 Philippine Constitution, how should the rules of taxation be implemented?

    <p>They must be uniform and equal for all individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the relationship between values and ethics?

    <p>Values often relate to principles of morality or ethics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critical factor for enforcing equity in taxation?

    <p>The willingness of individuals to pay taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What element does culture NOT include as part of its attributes?

    <p>Physical property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which level of taxation is collected by the BIR according to provincial, city, municipal, and barangay regulations?

    <p>Local level taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a moral dilemma?

    <p>An instance where choosing one moral value contradicts another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of standards are etiquette and decorum classified as?

    <p>Non-moral standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a moral dilemma?

    <p>There is a clear legal obligation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these statements reflects a common misconception about legality and morality?

    <p>All lawful actions are also moral.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can lead to a self-inflicted moral dilemma?

    <p>A prior personal mistake impacting ethical considerations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes moral values from legal values?

    <p>Not all legal actions align with moral principles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a scenario where two moral values are equally significant, what is the likely outcome?

    <p>A moral dilemma arises due to competing values.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a code of professional ethics?

    <p>It offers guidance on moral decision-making.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Moral Questions & Interpretation

    • Moral issues are strong and basic in nature
    • Moral dilemmas arise when two or more moral values conflict when a decision needs to be made
    • A self-inflicted dilemma is a situation where a decision-maker's prior mistake contributes to the dilemma
    • Moral standards should be adopted over other values, including self-interest
    • Moral standards consider objective considerations and must not benefit only specific individuals or groups
    • Moral standards are universal and apply across all situations
    • Moral standards are correlated with feelings and language, provoking guilt, shame, or disgust

    Non-Moral Standards

    • Non-moral standards apply to laws and regulations unrelated to social or legal considerations
    • Examples of non-moral standards are etiquette, statutes, and codes of professional ethics

    Legality vs Morality

    • Legal practices are not always moral
    • Morality is often confused with legality

    Influence of Culture on Moral Development

    • Laws, norms, values, and attitudes serve as a binding force that enhances relationships
    • Cultural influences are social, communal, and based on individual experiences with the world
    • Culture guides moral development within communities

    Universal Values

    • The UN Charter emphasizes the universal values of peace, freedom, social progress, equal rights, and human dignity
    • Kofi Annan, former UN Secretary-General, highlights the importance of fundamental values in international relations such as freedom, equality, solidarity, tolerance, and respect for nature

    The Nature of Values

    • Values can be defined as things or beliefs that are considered important and worth pursuing
    • Values are influenced by personal experiences and cultural context
    • Values can vary from person to person

    Key Terms

    • Etiquette: Set of rules governing conduct in a civilized society
    • Statutes: Written laws passed by a legislative body
    • Codes of Professional Ethics: Guidelines to differentiate between right and wrong for decision-making
    • Self-inflicted dilemma: A situation where a decision-maker's prior mistake contributes to the dilemma
    • Universal values: Values considered important and applicable to all people regardless of their background or location.

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