Moral Decision-Making Quiz

What is the first step in Scott Rae’s 7-Step Moral Reasoning Model?

• List the alternatives

• Gather the facts

• Compare the alternatives with principles

• Make a decision

Which of the following best describes feelings in moral decision-making?

• Feelings always lead to the right decision

• Feelings influence our choices but should be balanced with principles

• Feelings should be ignored when making moral decisions

• Feelings are the only basis for moral reasoning

If someone finds a wallet full of cash, what ethical issue might they face?

• Whether or not to buy something with the money

• How much money is inside the wallet

• Whether to keep the money or return it to the owner

• Whether to spend the money on needs or wants

Why is it important to list alternative actions when making a moral decision?

• To create more options to avoid responsibility

• To eliminate unnecessary choices

• To ensure all possible courses of action are considered

• To quickly find the easiest solution

When principles do not clearly determine a decision, what should one do?

• Choose randomly

• Follow feelings alone

• Consider the consequences of each alternative

• Ignore the situation

In moral decision-making, which of the following best defines 'weighing the consequences'?

• Predicting all the possible outcomes of an action

• Following the law blindly

• Letting emotions dictate the decision

• Seeking approval from others

Which of the following is NOT an example of a principle used in moral reasoning?

• Honesty

• Loyalty

• Personal interest

• Fairness

What is the final step in Scott Rae’s 7-Step Moral Reasoning Model?

• Compare the alternatives with principles

• Identify the principles related to the case

• Make a decision

• Weigh the consequences

If a student sees a classmate cheating on an exam, which ethical issue is most relevant?

• Whether to ignore it or report it

• How long the exam is

• What subject the exam is for

• Whether the student studied or not

Why should principles be considered when making moral decisions?

• They provide guidance on what is right and wrong

• They are based on emotions

• They change depending on the situation

• They are based on personal opinions only