Question 1

To become an ethical expert ______.

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A)   learn in a well structured environment
B)   practice ethical problem solving
C)   learn from previous ethical experts
D)   all of theseE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 2

Ethical experts develop expertise by ______.

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A)   learning in situations that reward successful behaviors
B)   building on knowledge from prior generations
C)   putting forth a sustained effort
D)   all of theseE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

Briefly share about the two principles introduced by John Rawls.

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First principle, the principle of equal ...

Question 4

What is NOT a key element of Confucianism?

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A)   relationships
B)   etiquette (policies, norms, and procedures) 
C)   personal virtues
D)   riskE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 5

In focusing on what's best for the group as a whole, Utilitarianism discounts the worth of the individual.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Utilitarians consider what type of consequences when making ethical determinations?

Accepted Answer

A)   short-term consequences
B)   long-term consequences
C)   medium-term consequences
D)   short- and long-term consequencesE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 7

Name and explain the two major tenets of Kant's moral philosophy.

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Categorical imperati...

Question 8

According to Immanuel Kant, "treating humanity as an end" means treating people with ______.

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The answer of According to Immanuel Kant, "treating humanity as...

Question 9

Which is NOT a principle noted by philosopher, John Rawls ______.

Accepted Answer

A)   each person has an equal right to the same basic liberties that are compatible with similar liberties for all.
B)   what is right for one is right for all.
C)   social and economic inequalities are to satisfy two conditions: (a)  they are to be attached to offices and positions open to all under conditions of fair equality of opportunity, and (b)  they are to be to the greatest benefit of the least advantaged members of society.
D)   individual freedom is the key to an ethical societyE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 10

Name and explain the two principles of Justice as Fairness theory?

Accepted Answer

Principle of equal l...

Question 11

What is the most important virtue according to Confucius?

Accepted Answer

A)   benevolence
B)   persistence
C)   friendliness
D)   discernmentE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

Which philosopher argued that we make better ethical decisions if we develop character traits and virtues, rather than by making right choices to follow rules and principles?

Accepted Answer

A)   Kant
B)   Rawls
C)   Mills
D)   AristotleE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Explain the Golden Mean.

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Avoid extremes (too ...

Question 14

What is a true statement about altruism?

Accepted Answer

A)   people are naturally selfish
B)   easy to put into practice
C)   promotes healthy organizations
D)   can be counted on to always produce good resultsE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 15

All of the following are part of becoming an ethical expert EXCEPT ______.

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A)   practice
B)   study only on your own
C)   master both theory and skills
D)   gain experienceE) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 16

______ is a term used to describe people who take extreme measures and sacrifices to practice altruism.

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Extreme al...

Question 17

Confucius believed "what is right for one is right for all."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

______ involves the managerial skills needed to build ethical organizational environments.

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Context ma...

Question 19

What strategies can you follow to become more of an ethical expert?

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Learn in a well structured env...

Question 20

The "Golden Mean" is identified with which ethical perspective?

Accepted Answer

A)   confucianism
B)   aristotelian ethics
C)   utilitarianism
D)   Kant's categorical imperativeE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Exam 1: Ethical Competencies and Perspectives

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To become an ethical expert ______.

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Utilitarians consider what type of consequences when making ethical determinations?

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