WJEC 1.3.4 Ethical and Moral Issues

What is the primary difference between ethical and moral issues as described in the context of IT usage?

• Ethical issues are about legal rights, while moral issues are about personal beliefs.

• Ethical issues are universally accepted, while moral issues vary by individual.

• Ethical issues are considered right by a group of people, while moral issues are considered right or wrong universally.

• Ethical issues are considered right by a group of people, while moral issues are considered right or wrong by individuals or groups based on harm.

Which of the following is an example of an ethical issue in IT?

• Privacy and security

• Cookies

• Monitoring of individuals

• All of the above

What is the impact of data loss or damage as mentioned in the image?

• It affects the security of the data only.

• It leads to a loss of reputation or sales for individuals.

• It has no significant impact.

• It affects the organization's reputation or individual's sales/revenue.

How do ethical considerations in IT affect decision-making processes within organizations?

• They provide a framework for legal compliance only.

• They influence policies related to privacy, security, and fairness.

• They are irrelevant to organizational decisions.

• They only affect the marketing strategies.

In the context of IT, which of the following best describes a moral dilemma?

• Choosing between software providers based on cost.

• Deciding whether to report a coworker who violated a privacy policy.

• Selecting office equipment.

• Planning the company holiday schedule.

What role does IT play in enhancing a company's ethical standards?

• IT has no role in ethical standards.

• IT primarily focuses on improving financial performance.

• IT supports ethical standards through policies on data use and transparency.

• IT affects only the technological advancements of a company.