Philosophy of Ethics and Morals

Questions and Answers

Ethics are formal systems, while morals are informal principles (correct)

Ethics are religious, while morals are cultural

Morals are subjective, while ethics are objective

Morals are influenced by culture, while ethics are based on personal beliefs

Because values vary greatly across cultures and societies

Because values are deeply ingrained and subjective (correct)

Because values are formal systems of ethics and morality

Because values are influenced by personal experiences

Guiding individuals in making decisions about what is right or wrong (correct)

Defining cultural norms and standards of behavior

Establishing formal systems of ethics and morality

Promoting respect for others and fairness

Defining cultural norms and standards of behavior Signup and view all the answers

Respect for others and fairness Signup and view all the answers

Cultivating good character traits to guide ethical behavior Signup and view all the answers

To become a virtuous person who naturally acts in morally good ways Signup and view all the answers

Professionalism is about being competent and responsible, while morality is about making ethical decisions Signup and view all the answers

They are internally defined and adopted by professionals Signup and view all the answers

Following external rules and regulations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Beliefs and attitudes that guide individuals in making decisions about what is right or wrong, important, or desirable
Serve as principles or standards that shape behavior and provide direction in everyday life
Can vary greatly from person to person and are influenced by factors such as culture, upbringing, and personal experiences
We cannot blame individuals for their values as they are deeply ingrained and subjective

Set of cultural, religious rules that define proper conduct
Define what is morally acceptable or unacceptable conduct
Often involve adherence to cultural or religious rules and norms governing behavior, relationships, and social interactions
Can vary across different cultures and societies, reflecting diverse beliefs and traditions

Formal system or set of rules that guide individuals or groups in making decisions about what is morally right or wrong, fair, or just
Unlike morals, which may be influenced by cultural or religious beliefs, ethics are often explicitly adopted by organizations, professions, or societies
Encompass principles such as honesty, integrity, fairness, and respect for others
Provide a framework for evaluating the morality of actions and behaviors in various contexts

Involves displaying competence, integrity, respect, responsibility, and adherence to ethical standards in one's work and interactions
Being competent, responsible, and having high-quality standards
Example: being late for an appointment is not professional but not immoral or unethical

Ethical theory that emphasizes the importance of developing good character traits, or virtues, to guide ethical behavior
Focuses on the moral character of individuals and encourages them to cultivate virtues such as honesty, courage, compassion, and integrity
Goal is to become a virtuous person who naturally acts in morally good ways rather than simply following external rules or seeking specific outcomes