Personal & Professional Ethical Perspectives for Engineers Quiz

What is the primary purpose of personal moral values?

• To guide financial decisions

• To influence others' behaviors

• To guide decision-making and determine right from wrong

• To establish legal frameworks

Which of the following is NOT one of the common ethical perspectives mentioned in the text?

• Justice

• Economic benefit

• Virtue

• Care

What is integrity primarily characterized by?

• Being wealthy and successful

• Being truthful and reliable

• Being popular among peers

• Being politically correct

Which ethical perspective focuses on ensuring positive outcomes outweigh negative ones?

• Care perspective

• Justice perspective

• Virtue perspective

• Outcome perspective

What is a key norm for ethical discussions?

• Winning the argument at all costs

• Interrupting others to make your point

• Treating it as a competition

• Respecting different viewpoints

Which factor influences a person's ethical perspective?

• Cultural background

• Weather patterns

• Physical appearance

• Geographic location only

How should feedback be addressed in ethical discussions?

• Focus on the person's character

• Address the ideas, not the person

• Avoid giving feedback altogether

• Only give positive feedback

What is an example of a modern ethical dilemma mentioned in the text?

When facing an ethical dilemma, what is the first recommended step?

• Make an immediate decision

• Ignore the problem

• View the situation objectively

• Consult social media

What characterizes the "Care" ethical perspective?

• Focusing solely on rules

• Maximizing profit

• Maintaining social status

• Reducing pain and suffering