NSPE Code: Preventing Harm Quiz

What can cases convince us about regarding ethical skills?

There is no substitute for developing our own ethical skills

What is one of the main purposes of cases in stimulating the moral imagination?

To challenge us to think of possible alternatives

What do cases reveal about professional codes of ethics?

They cannot provide ready-made answers to many cases

Why do cases show that professionals may disagree about what is right?

Because sometimes the world of practice presents us with dilemmas that are not easily resolvable Signup and view all the answers

In which situation might it be necessary to revise professional codes of ethics?

When the cases themselves suggest a need for revision Signup and view all the answers

According to the NSPE code, what is the primary obligation of engineers?

To protect the safety, health, property, and welfare of the public Signup and view all the answers

What action should engineers take if their professional judgment is overruled in a way that endangers public welfare?

Notify their employer or client and appropriate authorities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions constitutes intentional ethical misconduct by engineers?

Having their professional judgment corrupted by conflicts of interest Signup and view all the answers

What should engineers do if their client or employer insists on unprofessional conduct that is not safe for public health and welfare?

Notify the proper authorities and withdraw from further service on the project Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary way in which engineers improve well-being?

Through design that considers the social context and consequences Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is most likely to increase the apprehension and prevention of ethical misconduct by engineers?

Strict adherence to professional codes of conduct and ethical guidelines Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of engineering ethics as preventive ethics?

It aims to identify and address ethical issues before they escalate into crises. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as an objective of ethics programs for engineers, according to the text?

Promoting blind adherence to professional codes of ethics without critical thinking. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true about the ethical responsibility of engineers?

Engineers must exercise ethical sensitivity and reflection in their professional practice. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a situation that may not be immediately recognized as raising ethical issues?

Developing a housing project near a heavily treed, hilly property. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'stimulating the moral imagination' as described in the text?

Anticipating and evaluating the potential consequences and alternatives of professional actions. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true about the role of analytical skills in addressing ethical issues in engineering?

Technical and analytical skills must be used with caution when analyzing moral issues. Signup and view all the answers