Understanding Stereotypes and Prejudice Quiz

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What is the goal of evaluating an ethical argument?

To always prioritize the decision maker's interests.

To ignore the impact on the parties involved.

To quickly reach a decision without assessing all ethical dimensions.

To ensure each alternative is considered against all others using the available facts. (correct)

What is a key element in ethical decision making according to the text?

Recognizing inherent ethical conflicts. (correct)

Ignoring the impact of the decision on stakeholders.

Making decisions solely based on personal experiences.

Being unaware of the parties involved.

What distinguishes a Professional Code from a Personal Code, based on the text?

Professional Codes are based on personal experiences, while Personal Codes are industry-specific.

Personal Codes are formed throughout an individual's lifetime, while Professional Codes are only temporary.

Personal Codes are meant for specific individuals, while Professional Codes are universal.

Professional Codes are provided to employees in certain industries, while Personal Codes come from legal requirements. (correct)

Why is it important for the decision maker to know the parties involved in ethical decision making?

To ensure a comprehensive evaluation of all ethical dimensions. Signup and view all the answers

What role do alternatives play in a good ethical framework?

They should be weighed against one another using the facts available. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to understand how an ethical decision will be implemented?

It ensures awareness of the effect on parties involved and how they will be affected. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the Stanford Prison Experiment conducted by Zimbardo?

To show that environmental factors are more influential than personality in causing negative behaviors in a prison setting Signup and view all the answers

Why were the participants in the Stanford Prison Experiment judged to be emotionally stable and physically healthy?

To prevent any negative psychological effects during the simulation Signup and view all the answers

How were the 'prisoners' arrested and processed before entering the simulated prison?

They were surprised by police at their homes and taken for processing Signup and view all the answers

What did the 'guards' do to establish their authority in the Stanford Prison Experiment?

Carried clubs, handcuffs, and keys to cells and maintained 24-hour shifts Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Stanford Prison Experiment halted after just six days?

As a result of the prisoners' extreme emotional reactions Signup and view all the answers

What happened during an initial 'rebellion' by the prisoners in the Stanford Prison Experiment?

'Rebellion' led to increased aggression from the guards Signup and view all the answers

What was one consequence experienced by a prisoner who had to be released early from the Stanford Prison Experiment?

Showed signs of severe depression and disorganized thinking Signup and view all the answers

'Guards' in the Stanford Prison Experiment were instructed NOT to:

Use physical violence against prisoners Signup and view all the answers

What was unique about the way 'prisoners' were referred to in the Stanford Prison Experiment?

By their prisoner numbers only Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between Institutional Code and Community Code?

Institutional Code is imposed by an organization, while Community Code is expected by a geographical region. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Principles in ethical codes?

They act as guidelines or references. Signup and view all the answers

How has the Information Age impacted professionals?

It has modernized information and communication processes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Information and Data?

Information has value in multiple ways, while Data is required for technology and information systems. Signup and view all the answers

What key finding emerged from Stanley Milgram's obedience study?

People tend to comply with commands from authority figures. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Elevator Experiment and Line Experiment by Solomon Asch focus on?

Factors influencing conformity Signup and view all the answers

'Why do people obey?' 'What are implications of obedience?' What does the text suggest about obedience?

Obedience is crucial for the well-being of society. Signup and view all the answers

What inspired Stanley Milgram to conduct his controversial obedience study?

Fascism after World War II Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the impact of Information Age on information theft?

Information theft is easier due to falsification and illegal extraction using technology. Signup and view all the answers

What were the outcomes of Adolf Eichmann's trial?

Found guilty of crimes against humanity and executed. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Milgram Experiment?

Examining obedience to authority figures Signup and view all the answers

How are stereotypes typically categorized?

As either positive or negative Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consequence of stereotyping mentioned in the text?

Promotion of self-fulfilling prophecies Signup and view all the answers

How is prejudice defined in the text?

An unjustifiable negative attitude towards outgroups Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between discrimination and group membership?

Discrimination is unjustified negative behavior towards outgroups Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'brutalization effect' refer to in criminology?

The link between government violence and citizen violence Signup and view all the answers

'Modeling' in the context of aggression refers to:

'Hitting is OK' mentality development from role models Signup and view all the answers

What is one similarity between the relation of TV violence to aggressive behavior, and smoking to cancer?

Both relations show a strong correlation. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Stanford Prison Experiment aim to study?

The psychological effects of a simulated prison environment on participants. Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant finding from the Stanford Prison Experiment?

People can engage in abusive behaviors under certain situational contexts. Signup and view all the answers