Fundamental of Ethics

Justice is defined as:

• over-indulgence of the concupiscible appetite.

• inequality.

• “Virtue that allows man to give his neighbor what rightfully belongs to him”

• "Virtue of knowing how things are to be done rightly & well."

Behaving ethically means doing

• what your friends do.

• only what’s legal.

• the right thing.

• what benefits you the most.

Which of the following is an ethical issue:

• Deciding whether to have French fries or a salad

• Choosing between buying a new shirt or a new book

• Deciding whether to lie to a friend or not

• Choosing which movie to see this weekend

Integrity means acting with

• humility.

• leadership skills.

• a sense of humor.

• honesty.

You make sure everyone working on your group project has an equal share of the work because you care about the ethical principle of

• rule of law.

• fairness.

• accountability.

• transparency.

If one of your classmate is treating another classmate unfairly, what is the ethical thing to do?

• Speak up.

• Ignore it.

• Be aggressive.

• Look for another job.

Susan doesn’t agree with her classmate’s opinion, but she listens carefully instead of starting an argument or insulting her. Which ethical principle is Susana illustrating?

• Integrity

• Transparency

• Respect

• Trust

How can you show respect for a person you’re speaking with?

• Avoid listening to his/her opinions.

• Start an argument when you don’t agree.

• Interrupt when you have a point.

• Be polite and maintain eye contact.

Which of the following is usually considered unethical?

• punching someone you are angry with

• fighting someone in a boxing match

• punching a robber who's robbing an old woman

• punching a wall when you are angry

Designed by society to guide & regulate conduct & social practices

• law

• moral

• values

• etiquette