Ethics 205 Final Test

Ethics 205 Final Test 1 Which of the following represents a challenge to divine command theory? CONCEPT Refutations of Divine Command Theory 2 Which of the following statements about divine command theory is true? CONCEPT Divine Command Theory 3 Mai has moved to the United States from Myanmar. She does not know how to drive and is frightened by the freeways and traffic congestion. Her husband insists that she learn to drive because they live in a suburb with no public transportation. “No,” says Mai firmly. “I am 38 years old and I have always been able to reach my destination without driving a car.” According to conventionalism, who has the stronger ethical stance— Mai or her husband? • Mai, because she does not want to learn to drive. • Her husband, because he cannot transport Mai everywhere she needs to go. • Her husband, because driving is a societal norm in the United States. • Mai, because driving is not valued in her society like it is in the United States. CONCEPT Applying Conventionalism 4 Which of the following is a philosophical question? CONCEPT Philosophical and Non-Philosophical Inquiry 5 According to egoism, what might an egoist think about when compelled to serve on a jury? I have an important project at work I am obligated to complete this week. • It is a fair system when a panel of ordinary citizens are obligated to pass judgment. • The criminal justice system is obligated to work for all people. • We are obligated to honor the Constitution and its directive that everyone has a right to face a jury. CONCEPT Applying Egoism 6 Which of the following statements supports egoism? CONCEPT Support for Egoism 7 Which of the following best defines virtue-based ethics? CONCEPT Virtue-Based Ethics 8 "Abortion is morally acceptable if it is legal here." To which theory of ethics is the person who made this statement likely appealing? CONCEPT Case Study: Abortion 9 Which of the following people would be most satisfied with virtue- based ethics? CONCEPT Support for Virtue-Based Ethics 10 Ingrid believes local businesses have obligations to their community. Which branch of ethics does Ingrid's belief represent? CONCEPT Branches of Ethics 11 The statement, "I will read a book when I get bored so as to improve my mind," is a . CONCEPT The Formulation of Universal Law 12 Which of the following is an inductive argument? My new cell phone charges to full capacity in 30 minutes. My best friend’s new cell phone does the same thing, and so does my sister’s. It follows that all new cell phones recharge in 30 minutes. • There are seven employees that are on assignment today. There are two employees that are in the office. There are no other employees. Therefore, there are nine employees. • Bruce is not feeling well. If Bruce is ill, he will not be able to attend classes today. Therefore, Bruce will not attend classes today. CONCEPT Deductive and Inductive Inference 13 What is the goal of philosophy? CONCEPT Introduction to Philosophy 14 Which of the following people would likely be satisfied with Kantian deontology? Felicity is looking for an ethical framework that is based on accepted societal norms. • Ferdinand is looking for an ethical framework that uses the Bible as a basis for morality. CONCEPT Support for Kantian Deontology 15 Russ plays the bassoon. Most bassoon players can easily learn the saxophone. It's therefore likely that Russ could easily learn the saxophone. Which type of argument is this? CONCEPT Evaluating the Structure of an Argument 16 Which of the following examples contains a disagreement between popular thought and divine command theory? CONCEPT Applying Divine Command Theory 17 Marcy and Wayne watched from a window as a car without a handicap parking sticker parked in the reserved spot in front of their office building. A woman jumped out and ran into the building. “I’m going to report that to the front desk,” announced Marcy indignantly. “Relax,” said Wayne. “If she’s fast and doesn’t get caught, what’s the harm?” Wayne is most likely a . CONCEPT Sources of Value in Ethical Decisions 18 Which of the following statements displays the speaker's unfair bias? CONCEPT The Effect of Bias in Moral Decision Making How might a Kantian deontologist evaluate cheating on an assignment? • It is morally wrong because it violates the humanity of the person you cheated off of. • It is morally right because it can prevent you from failing a class, losing the tuition, and getting in trouble with your parents. • It is morally right because it doesn't violate your freedom or ability to reason. • It is morally wrong because lying to the teacher deprives her of information she needs. CONCEPT Applying Kantian Deontology Henry vandalizes a local school on a friendly dare. How would a utilitarian classify this action? • Obligatory • Neutral • Supererogatory • Impermissible CONCEPT Commitments of Utilitarianism "Giving away excess wealth is obligatory because it brings about a greater good for all of society." To which theory of ethics is the person who made this statement likely appealing? • Utilitarianism • Virtue-based ethics • Conventionalism • Divine command theory CONCEPT Case Study: Wealth Distribution 22 Which of the following pairs of goods are directly comparable according to hedonic utilitarianism? CONCEPT Hedonic and Idealist Utilitarianism 23 Ricardo and Monica volunteered to serve food at their church picnic during the 8-10 AM shift. At the end of their shift, they noticed that the kitchen was still pretty busy, so they continued to help through the next shift. Most people would likely say their decision is an example of a(n) action. impermissible • neutral • obligatory • supererogatory CONCEPT The Evaluation of Actions 24 Which of the following represents rule utilitarianism? CONCEPT Act and Rule Utilitarianism 25 The following statements are all part of one argument. Which one is the conclusion? Jenny hasn't seen her mother in a month.