Bioethics SAC Revision

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An argument against resurrecting the Woolly Mammoth is: "They may be exploited for their hides, tusks etc." What ethical concept is this exploring?

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Justice

Answer explanation

Remember - Justice considers the equity, equality, and fair cause of action.

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An argument against bringing the woolly mammoth back is "Don’t bring them back because it can disrupt ecosystems." This explores the ethical concept of:

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Non-maleficence

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The moral obligation to ensure that there is fair consideration of competing claims; that there is no unfair burden on a particular group from an action; and that there is fair distribution and access to the benefits of an action.

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Justice

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The commitment to maximising benefits and minimising the risks and harms involved in taking a particular position or course of action.

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Beneficence

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The harm resulting from any position or course of action should not be disproportionate to the benefits from any position or course of action.

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Non-maleficence

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The commitment to searching for knowledge and understanding and the honest reporting of all sources of information and communication of results, whether favourable or unfavourable, in ways that permit scrutiny and contribute to public knowledge and understanding.

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Integrity

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If there is a private investor involved in a project, this could question which ethical concept?

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Integrity

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Humans should leave the mammoths dead because we would be “playing God” This uses which approach? Options: Consequence-based, Religion-based, Virtues-based, Duty-based

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Virtues-based

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Humans should morally protect future generations from climate change. This uses: A moral-based approach, A virtues-based approach, A consequence based approach, A duty-based approach

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A virtues-based approach

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Define "bioethics"

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studies the ethical issues emerging from advances in biology, medicine and technologies.