Do the Right Thing

What does being ethical mean?

• Obeying the law

• Doing what’s right, no matter what

• Following trends

• Doing what people say you should do

Answer explanation

Being ethical means doing what's right, no matter what. It involves making decisions based on moral principles and values rather than following trends or obeying the law.

What are ethics?

• Laws of the country

• Opinions of authority figures

• Rules set by the government

• Basic principles that govern your behavior

Answer explanation

Ethics are basic principles that govern your behavior, guiding what is considered right or wrong in various situations.

How do ethical principles help in decision-making?

• They make the decision-making process easier

• They are only useful in legal matters

• They confuse you

• They restrict your choices

Answer explanation

Ethical principles help in decision-making by making the process easier, guiding individuals towards morally sound choices.

What is an ethical dilemma?

• Deciding whether something is right or wrong

• A decision about what to wear

• Choosing a class to study for

• A choice between two meals

Answer explanation

An ethical dilemma involves deciding whether something is right or wrong, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

Which of the following is an example of an ethical dilemma?

• Choosing between pizza and burger for lunch

• Deciding to take money that fell out of a coworker’s purse

• Selecting a movie to watch

• Picking a color for your room

Answer explanation

An ethical dilemma involves a moral decision. Taking money from a coworker's purse is unethical and presents a moral conflict, unlike choosing lunch, a movie, or a room color.

What is the 'Viral News Test' used for?

• Identifying ethical issues

• Testing news accuracy

• Creating viral content

• Determining the popularity of news

Answer explanation

The 'Viral News Test' is used for identifying ethical issues, not for testing news accuracy, creating viral content, or determining the popularity of news.

What can be a consequence of unethical behavior?

• Gaining more friends

• Lost trust

• Improved reputation

• Better job opportunities

Answer explanation

Unethical behavior can lead to lost trust, as people may no longer believe in or rely on the individual engaging in such behavior.

What can happen if you park in an accessible parking spot without needing it?

• Nothing

• You might get a fine

• You will be rewarded

• You will get a warning

Answer explanation

If you park in an accessible parking spot without needing it, you might get a fine as it is reserved for individuals with disabilities.

How can unethical behavior affect your reputation?

• It can harm it

• It can improve it

• It makes you more popular

• It has no effect

Answer explanation

Unethical behavior can harm your reputation by damaging trust, credibility, and respect from others, leading to negative perceptions and consequences.

What can happen if a leader behaves unethically?

• It encourages others to be ethical

• It improves team morale

• It has no impact

• It sets a bad example for the group

Answer explanation

If a leader behaves unethically, it sets a bad example for the group, potentially leading others to follow suit and compromise ethical standards.