Ethics Quiz1

Which of the following best describes Deontology?

• Actions are judged right or wrong based on their consequences.

• The morality of an action is determined by whether it adheres to a set of rules or duties, regardless of its consequences.

• The greatest happiness for the greatest number of people is the ultimate goal.

• Morality is subjective and varies from person to person.

According to Utilitarianism, which of the following actions would be considered morally acceptable?

• Telling the truth, even if it causes harm to others.

• Breaking a promise if it leads to greater overall happiness.

• Refusing to lie under any circumstances.

• Following a moral rule strictly, regardless of the outcome.

In the scenario where a doctor can save five patients by sacrificing one healthy person for their organs, which ethical theory would most likely justify this action?

• Deontology

• Virtue Ethics

• Utilitarianism

• Divine Command Theory

Which ethical theory is most likely to argue that lying is always wrong, regardless of the consequences?

• Utilitarianism

• Relativism

• Deontology

• Pragmatism

Which statement best reflects the idea of Ethical Relativism?

• Morality is universal and unchanging, regardless of culture or context.

• The rightness or wrongness of an action is determined by its adherence to a set of universal principles.

• Different cultures have different moral standards, and no culture's ethics are superior to another's.

• The greatest good is achieved by considering the consequences of actions on the majority.

A company is considering whether to cut costs by reducing the quality of their products, which would increase profits but potentially deceive customers. What kind of ethical dilemma does this represent?

• A situation where the action is both good for the business and ethically correct.

• A situation where the action is bad for the business but ethically correct.

• A situation where the action is good for the business but morally improper.

• A situation where the action is both bad for the business and ethically improper

When a business decision aligns with ethical standards and also benefits the company financially, what is the nature of the decision-making process?

• A) A situation where the action is both good for the business and ethically correct.

• A situation where the action is bad for the business but ethically correct.

• A situation where the action is good for the business but morally improper.

• A situation where the action is both bad for the business and ethically improper.

A manager decides not to engage in a corrupt business practice(which if involved may have yielded a lot or profit), knowing it will result in financial loss for the company but is morally correct. What does this scenario illustrate?

• A conflict between business interests and ethical integrity

• A situation where ethics and business interests are in harmony.

• A straightforward decision with no ethical dilemma

• A situation where unethical behavior would be justified for business gain.

A company discovers that one of its practices is both harmful to the environment and unprofitable. How should the decision to stop this practice be viewed?

• As a difficult decision due to potential business losses.

• As an easy decision because it is both unethical and bad for business.

• As a necessary decision, despite the ethical implications

• As a decision requiring careful ethical consideration, despite business benefits.

What kind of decision is it when a company must choose to act in a way that is ethical but will likely result in a financial setback?

• A decision that poses a clear ethical dilemma due to conflicting interests

• An easy decision, as it aligns both ethically and financially.

• A decision where financial gain outweighs ethical considerations

• A decision requiring the prioritization of business ethics over profits.