Quiz 2 Ethics

In most right or wrong dilemmas , a code of ethics specifies what is clearly required

• True

• false

Aluminium can design was an attempt to improve upon heavier and more expensive tin cans

• True

• False

Reasonable Solution to Ethical Dilemma has  to be clear, informed, and well‐reasoned.

• True

• False

The general and abstract concepts of right and wrong behaviour taken from philosophy , and professional socities

• Moral

• Law

• Ethics

• Etiquette

We might divide ethical dilemma into two categories , one of both is .......... means that one course of action is obligatory , and failing to do that action is unethical ( Immoral)

• Right or wrong

• just or unjust

• Better or worse

• Acceptable or unacceptable

The view that actions is morally right within a society because they are approved by law , customs of that society is

• Ethical Subjectivism

• Ethical Relativism

• Ethical Objectivism

• Emotivism

Which of the following is limitation of the code of ethics

• code is flawed

• Proliferation

• vague wording

• all of the following

What is the first step in resolving an ethical dilemma?

• Finding a legal loophole

• Identifying relevant moral values

• Consulting with coworkers

• Choosing the easiest solution

In the case of a company discharging harmful chemicals, what should an ethical engineer do?

• Ignore the issue since the company is technically compliant

• Follow the supervisor's instructions without question

• Gather facts and consider alternative solutions

• Avoid raising concerns to protect their job

Which of the following is not a role of professional codes of ethics?

• Providing guidance to professionals

• Eliminating the need for moral reasoning

• Strengthening the profession's public image

• Supporting responsible professionals