Chapter 3 Quiz

What ethical theory focuses on maximizing overall happiness and reducing suffering

• Right ethics

• Duty ethics

• Utilitarianism

• virtue ethics

What is the key difference between the act-utilitarianism and rule-utilitarianism

• Act-utilitarianism consider long term rules while rule-utilitarianism focuses on individual actions .

• Act-utilitarianism evaluates individual acts while rule-utilitarianism follows rules that maximize goods .

• Act-utilitarianism prioritizes personal benefit while rule-utilitarianism ignores them .

• None of the above

Which ethical framework emphasizes the importance of duties and obligations regardless of consequences

• Duty - Ethics

• utilitarianism

• Virtue ethics

• Self-Realization ethics

According to Rights Ethics, what is considered fundamental?

• Maximizing happiness

• Respecting human rights

• Following moral rules

• Achieving personal success

Which of the following is NOT a component of utilitarianism?

• Act-utilitarianism

• Deontological ethics

• Rule-utilitarianism

• Maximization of good consequences

What is a major criticism of Act-Utilitarianism?

• It always leads to fair outcomes

• It prioritizes human rights

• It may justify immoral actions
  

• It does not consider the consequences of actions

Rule-Utilitarianism differs from Act-Utilitarianism by:

• Following general rules that maximize good

• Ignoring consequences

• Considering only personal benefits

• Emphasizing strict moral duties

Who is the most famous duty ethicist?

• John Stuart Mill

• Immanuel Kant

• Aristotle

• Thomas Hobbes

According to Duty Ethics, moral actions are based on :-

• Obligations and respect for autonomy

• The greatest happiness principle

• Personal self-interest

• Situational consequences

What is the key principle of Virtue Ethics?

• Developing good moral character

• Maximizing happiness

• Obeying moral rules strictly

• Prioritizing self-interest over others