The Influence of Self-Interest on Ethical Judgments
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Which of the following is required for an ethical judgment of an act?

  • Considering societal norms
  • Examining the intentions
  • Tying it to self-interest (correct)
  • Evaluating the consequences
  • What is the outcome often found when an act is justified based on self-interest?

  • Controversy
  • Surprise
  • Success (correct)
  • Doubt
  • Which of the following is not mentioned as a factor in ethical judgment?

  • Intentions
  • Self-interest
  • Consequences
  • Societal norms (correct)
  • True or false: An ethical judgement of an act requires it to be tied to self-interest?

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

    True or false: It is surprising to find that the justification of an act based on self-interest often succeeds?

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

    True or false: We should not be surprised when an act is justified based on self-interest?

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

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