B.E. Unit 1 Test

Match the following qualities with their descriptions.

• Showing consideration and appreciation for others.

• viability

• Ability to work successfully and sustainably.

• respect

• Acting with honesty in all situations.

• accountability

• Taking responsibility for one's actions.

• integrity

Fill in the blank: ________________: an issue in which you must decide whether something is right or wrong; sometimes referred to as an ethical situation.

• A) Ethical dilemma

• B) Intuition

• C) Role model

Answer explanation

An ethical dilemma is a situation where one must choose between right and wrong, making it synonymous with an ethical situation. Therefore, the correct answer is A) Ethical dilemma.

5. _______________: instinct; gut feeling.

• A. ethical dilemma

• B. intuition

• C. role model

Answer explanation

The correct answer is B. intuition, which refers to the ability to understand something instinctively, without the need for conscious reasoning, aligning with 'instinct' and 'gut feeling'.

Patty knows that some of her bosses actions are unethical. Patty considers her boss to be a _______ and decides not to follow her bosses examples.

• good role model

• bad role model

• good friend

Answer explanation

Patty recognizes her boss's unethical actions, indicating that she does not view her as a positive influence. Therefore, she considers her boss to be a 'bad role model' and chooses not to emulate her behavior.

______________: a person whose behavior is imitated by others.

• ethical dilemma

• intuition

• role model

Answer explanation

A 'role model' is someone whose behavior is emulated by others, making it the correct choice. The other options, 'ethical dilemma' and 'intuition', do not fit the definition provided.

Liam demonstrates respect by always saying "please" and "thank you".

• true

• false

Answer explanation

Liam's use of "please" and "thank you" shows he values politeness and consideration for others, which are key aspects of respect. Therefore, the statement is true.

Jason thinks it is OK to steal a few things from work. Which ethical principal is he lacking?

• A) fairness

• B) growth

• C) trustworthiness

Answer explanation

Jason's belief that stealing is acceptable indicates a lack of trustworthiness. Trustworthiness involves being honest and reliable, which he undermines by justifying theft.

Which question should one ask himself/herself to determine whether one is facing a true ethical dilemma?

• Is there money at stake?

• Could someone be hurt by the actions?

• Can I hide this from others?

Answer explanation

To determine if one is facing a true ethical dilemma, the key question is whether someone's well-being could be at risk due to the actions taken. This highlights the moral implications of the decision.

11. _______________: an issue in which you must decide whether something is right or wrong.

• A. transparency

• B. ethical situation

• C. rule of law

Answer explanation

An ethical situation involves making a judgment about right and wrong. This aligns with the definition provided in the question, making 'B. ethical situation' the correct choice.

12. _______________: moral rules and values governing the conduct of a person or group; set of standards which define right from wrong.

• A. ethics

• B. viability

• C. integrity

Answer explanation

The term 'ethics' refers to the moral rules and values that guide behavior, distinguishing right from wrong. This aligns perfectly with the definition provided in the question, making 'A. ethics' the correct choice.