Test 1: Understanding Ethics

Which is a way to show transparency?

• XYZ Company makes sure its employees are taken care of.

• XYZ Company is always upfront about the financial situation of the company.

• XYZ Company ensures that all its products are biodegradable.

• XYZ Company listens to multiple opinions before making a decision.

Tayshaun acts with honesty in all situations. He is demonstrating:

• accountability.

• integrity.

• respect.

• viability.

When Tori considers taking something that belongs to someone else, which ethical principle could help her recognize that she is facing an ethical dilemma?

• accountability

• transparency

• viability

• integrity

. Shayla is not breaking any laws, but her behavior still is unethical. How is this possible?

• Because ethical means doing what is easiest.

• Because doing what is easiest is sometimes what is considered unethical.

• Because the ethical thing to do is always what a group or majority is doing.

• Because doing what is legal can also be considered unethical.

Which question should one ask himself/herself to determine whether one is facing a true ethical dilemma?

• Could someone be hurt by the actions?

• Is there money at stake?

• Is my choice based on the most popular option?

• Does the action make me look good to others?

Liam always says “please” and “thank you”. He demonstrates:

• trust

• integrity

• rule of law.

• respect

Jasmine thinks it is OK to steal a few things from work. Which ethical principle would help her realize that the long-term repercussions of her actions could create an ethical dilemma?

• growth

• trustworthiness

• fairness

• viability

Piper looks up to her new boss and tries to learn from her behavior as much as possible. However, Piper knows that some of her boss’s actions are unethical. Piper is uncertain whether she should follow her boss’s example. Which ethical dilemma is Piper facing?

• a bad role model

• pressure from others

• the desire to prove herself

• greed

Which one is an example of having integrity?

• Talk about your friend behind her back.

• Be angry when somebody says that you are wrong

• Tell the truth about the reason why you are being late to school.

• Blame your little sister for the vase you break.

You find the answers to the class test you are having on Friday. Do you:

• return the answers to the teacher without looking at them,

• study the answers to get a good score on the test?