Foundations Of Ethical Theory And Professional Responsibility Practice Tests

Question 1

Which ethical principle is primarily concerned with doing good and benefiting others?

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A. Beneficence

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B. Autonomy

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C. Justice

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D. Non-Maleficence

Question 2

What does autonomy refer to in the context of professional ethics?

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B. The capacity to govern oneself

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A. The duty to do no harm

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C. Giving each person what they are due

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D. Providing equal services to all

Question 3

Which principle involves providing the same goods or services to all users when contracted or obliged to do so?

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C. Justice

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A. Beneficence

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B. Autonomy

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D. Non-Maleficence

Question 4

Non-maleficence primarily involves intentionally harming individuals in the exercise of one's profession.

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False

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True

Question 5

Define 'the subject of moral action' and explain why it is important in ethical analysis.

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The subject of moral action is the individual who performs the action and is morally responsible for its repercussions. It is important because only a human being in full use of their faculties, capacities, and intentions can be a subject of moral action.

Question 6

In the elements of moral judgment, what does 'the act itself' refer to?

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A. A simple description of the action that occurred

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B. The reason why the act was performed

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C. The intended outcome or goal

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D. The instruments used to achieve the end

Question 7

What is the 'motive of the action' in moral judgment?

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B. The reason why the act was performed

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A. The intended outcome or goal

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C. The results of the action

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D. The instruments used to achieve the end

Question 8

Which dimension of responsibility involves being accountable to a person or institution?

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A. Relational

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B. Attributive

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C. Personal

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D. Moral

Question 9

Explain the principle of precaution in the context of professional ethics.

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The principle of precaution suggests that professionals should take preventative measures against potential risks, even without complete scientific certainty, to avoid harm to future generations and vulnerable individuals.

Question 10

Codes of ethics are legally binding documents that professionals must adhere to under penalty of law.

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True

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False

Question 11

Which of the following are key considerations when developing codes of ethics?

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A. Being aware of the context and responsibilities of the profession

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B. Prioritizing the quality of work to satisfy the needs of all involved

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C. Not risking safety, health, or life

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D. Maximizing profits for the organization

Question 12

What does professional deontology primarily focus on?

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B. Establishing responsibilities and obligations for professionals

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A. Maximizing personal gain for professionals

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C. Minimizing legal risks for organizations

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D. Promoting individual creativity above all else

Question 13

Describe a situation where a professional should apply the principle of precaution.

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A civil engineer designing a bridge in an earthquake-prone area should apply the principle of precaution by incorporating extra safety measures and over-engineering the structure, even if current building codes don't explicitly require it, to prevent potential catastrophic failure and loss of life in the event of a major earthquake.

Question 14

The Hippocratic Oath is an example of what?

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C. A code of ethics

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A. A legal statute

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B. A business contract

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D. A philosophical treatise

Question 15

According to the text, what is a key characteristic of meaningful labor?

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A. It allows individuals to achieve a broader life project.

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B. It guarantees high financial compensation.

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C. It requires minimal effort and commitment.

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D. It is always aligned with societal expectations.

Question 16

The 'Society of Exhaustion' suggests that individuals are primarily pressured by external forces to overwork.

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True

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False

Question 17

According to the text, which of the following are organizational barriers to ethical conduct?

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Financial pressures

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Intense competition

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Strong ethical leadership

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Deficient organizational culture

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Transparent communication channels

Question 18

Explain how the story of Gyges illustrates the importance of social context in ethical behavior.

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The story of Gyges demonstrates that when individuals are not held accountable by society (due to invisibility), they are more likely to act unethically.

Question 19

What is the central argument of the universalist perspective in ethics?

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A. There are moral principles that apply universally to all human beings.

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B. Ethical standards are relative to each culture.

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C. Ethical decisions should always prioritize individual rights.

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D. Ethical behavior is solely determined by personal preferences.

Question 20

Provide an example of a cognitive bias that can lead to ethical blindness, and briefly explain how it works.

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Motivated blindness occurs when individuals overlook unethical behavior because it is in their best interest to remain ignorant.

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