Moral Dilemma Test: Ethical Dilemmas Quiz and Flashcards

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What are the objectives of the lesson described in the text?

The objectives of the lesson are: 1) Recognize and recall a moral experience, 2) Detect moral dilemma, and 3) Identify the 3 levels of moral dilemma.

What is a moral dilemma according to the text?

A moral dilemma is a situation that begs an agent to choose between two alternatives with equal weight, wherein both alternatives are either good or both are evil, but the agent cannot do both or all actions.

In what situations do we encounter moral dilemma?

According to the text, we encounter moral dilemma in situations where: 1) You are presented with 2 or more actions, all of which you have the ability to perform, 2) There are moral reasons for you to choose each of the actions, and 3) You cannot perform all of the actions and have to choose which action, or actions when there are 3 or more choices.

What is the difference between a dilemma and a moral dilemma?

The text does not explicitly state the difference between a dilemma and a moral dilemma. However, it can be inferred that a moral dilemma is a specific type of dilemma where the choice involves moral considerations and values, rather than just practical or logical constraints. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the 3 levels of moral dilemma mentioned in the text.

The 3 levels of moral dilemma are: 1) Individual - Conflict arises when a person is asked to choose between two important values for them, 2) Organizational - Encountered by institutions, businesses, or organizations in their decision making processes, and 3) Structural - Involves broader societal and systemic issues. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when an agent is confronted with a moral dilemma according to the text?

According to the text, when an agent is confronted with a moral dilemma, they will be left with a moral failure no matter which choice they make, but not choosing anything will impose greater harm or loss for the agent. Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the nature of the alternatives in a moral dilemma?

The text states that in a moral dilemma, the agent is presented with two alternatives that have equal weight, and both alternatives are either good or both are evil, but the agent cannot do both or all actions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the central question that arises in a moral dilemma according to the text?

According to the text, in a moral dilemma, the agent is confronted with a conflicting answer to the question "what is right?". Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between an individual moral dilemma and an organizational moral dilemma according to the text?

The text states that an individual moral dilemma arises from personal and individual interactions, while an organizational moral dilemma is encountered by institutions, businesses, or organizations in their decision making processes. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Moral Dilemma

A moral dilemma is a situation that requires an agent to choose between two alternatives with equal weight, where both alternatives are either good or both are evil, but the agent cannot do both or all actions.

Characteristics of Moral Dilemma

A situation where you are presented with 2 or more actions, all of which you have the ability to perform.
There are moral reasons for you to choose each of the actions.
You cannot perform all of the actions and have to choose which action, or actions when there are 3 or more choices.

Levels of Moral Dilemma

Level 1: Individual

Starts with the personal and individual interaction of people with situations in their daily lives.
In this level, conflict arises when a person is asked to choose between two important values for him or her.

Level 2: Organizational

Encountered by institutions, businesses, or organizations in their decision-making processes.

Level 3: Structural (not explicitly stated in the text, but implied as a third level)

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Test your knowledge on moral dilemmas by identifying moral experiences, recognizing moral dilemmas, and understanding the three levels of moral dilemma. Learn about the concept of moral dilemma, situations where we encounter it, and the differences between dilemmas and moral dilemmas.