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Engineering Ethics Quiz

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the primary concern of morals in society?

a)

Technological advancement

b)

Financial gain

c)

Voluntary human conduct

d)

Legal obligations

2.

What does the ethical framework provide for professional behavior?

a)

Personal beliefs

b)

Company policies

c)

Social norms

d)

Legal requirements

3.

Which of the following is a moral issue?

a)

Maximizing profits

b)

Meeting deadlines

c)

Following company policies

d)

Ignoring safety regulations

4.

What is the main focus of preventive ethics?

a)

Improving communication

b)

Maximizing profits

c)

Preventing harm

d)

Enhancing productivity

5.

What was a significant factor in the Columbia Space Shuttle disaster?

a)

Insufficient funding

b)

Fuel tank issues

c)

Lack of public support

d)

Poor marketing strategies

6.

What is the primary goal of engineering ethics?

a)

To enhance technological innovation

b)

To increase company profits

c)

To comply with legal standards

d)

To ensure public safety

7.

Which ethical theory focuses on maximizing overall good?

a)

Virtue ethics

b)

Utilitarianism

c)

Duty ethics

d)

Rights ethics

8.

What is a key component of informed consent?

a)

Legal representation

b)

Voluntary participation

c)

Public endorsement

d)

Financial compensation

9.

What does moral autonomy refer to?

a)

Complying with legal regulations

b)

Adhering to company policies

c)

Self-determining ethical decisions

d)

Following societal norms

10.

What is a common cause of ethical dilemmas in engineering?

a)

Clear guidelines

b)

Conflicting obligations

c)

Effective communication

d)

Strong leadership

11.

What is the role of codes of ethics in engineering?

a)

To enhance competition

b)

To ensure profitability

c)

To provide moral guidance

d)

To restrict creativity

12.

Which of the following is an example of a macro ethical issue?

a)

Individual company policies

b)

Global technological development

c)

Personal workplace conduct

d)

Local community standards

13.

What is the primary focus of virtue ethics?

a)

Legal compliance

b)

Character development

c)

Profit maximization

d)

Technological advancement

14.

What is a significant limitation of ethical codes?

a)

They are always clear

b)

They promote creativity

c)

They ensure compliance

d)

They can be vague

15.

What is the main concern of duty ethics?

a)

Improving product quality

b)

Enhancing public relations

c)

Respecting individual autonomy

d)

Maximizing profits