ETHICS 205 - Sophia Final Study - all units

Which of the following is a benefit of philosophy? • Philosophy is useful as a tool to justify personal opinions. • Philosophy defends what is traditional in society. • Philosophy improves understanding of argumentation. • Philosophy maintains society's collective memory. CONCEPT Benefits of Philosophy and Ethics 2 Many people confuse topics of religion, social etiquette, and law with ethical topics. Select the example related to law. • Beth approves of same-sex marriage, but her mother says it is a sin. • Don masks his income to avoid paying income taxes for twenty years. • Kendra neglects to RSVP to an invitation to a close friend’s small wedding. • Grandpa always chews with his mouth open at family gatherings. CONCEPT Ethical and Non-Ethical Topics 3 Which of the following actions represents the step, "Identify positions on the question"? • A law student weighs arguments on the interpretation of a particular law against decisions from the Supreme Court. • A graduate student spends several hours in the library reading books on a particular ethical issue. • A medical student asks a professor whether a certain drug is effective against the flu. • An undergraduate argues that funding for school-sponsored clubs should be based on the number of active members.