You passed this Milestone
18 questions were answered correctly.
6 questions were answered incorrectly.
1 question was skipped. These were marked incorrect.
1
The ethical position that evaluates the morality of an action solely
on the results of that action is __________.
consequentialism
deontology
character ethics
divine command theory
CONCEPT
Different Considerations for Evaluating Actions
2
Which of the following people would be most satisfied with virtue-
based ethics?
Walt is looking for an ethical system that respects cultural differences.
Wendy is looking for an ethical framework that allows her to focus on what
kind of person she is.
Wycliffe is looking for an ethical framework that evaluates actions based
solely on intent.
Winifred is looking for an ethical system that is based in the Ten
Commandments.
CONCEPT
Support for Virtue-Based Ethics
, 3
According to egoism, what might an egoist think about when
compelled to serve on a jury?
We are obligated to honor the Constitution and its directive that everyone
has a right to face a jury.
It is a fair system when a panel of ordinary citizens are obligated to pass
judgment.
I have an important project at work I am obligated to complete this week.
The criminal justice system is obligated to work for all people.
CONCEPT
Applying Egoism
4
Choose the true statement about virtue-based ethics.
According to the principles of virtue-based ethics, character is more
important than actions.
According to the principles of virtue-based ethics, rules are used to evaluate
actions.
According to the principles of virtue-based ethics, right and wrong are
assessed using culture as a guide.
According to the principles of virtue-based ethics, the consequences of
actions are very important.
CONCEPT
Virtue-Based Ethics
5
18 questions were answered correctly.
6 questions were answered incorrectly.
1 question was skipped. These were marked incorrect.
1
The ethical position that evaluates the morality of an action solely
on the results of that action is __________.
consequentialism
deontology
character ethics
divine command theory
CONCEPT
Different Considerations for Evaluating Actions
2
Which of the following people would be most satisfied with virtue-
based ethics?
Walt is looking for an ethical system that respects cultural differences.
Wendy is looking for an ethical framework that allows her to focus on what
kind of person she is.
Wycliffe is looking for an ethical framework that evaluates actions based
solely on intent.
Winifred is looking for an ethical system that is based in the Ten
Commandments.
CONCEPT
Support for Virtue-Based Ethics
, 3
According to egoism, what might an egoist think about when
compelled to serve on a jury?
We are obligated to honor the Constitution and its directive that everyone
has a right to face a jury.
It is a fair system when a panel of ordinary citizens are obligated to pass
judgment.
I have an important project at work I am obligated to complete this week.
The criminal justice system is obligated to work for all people.
CONCEPT
Applying Egoism
4
Choose the true statement about virtue-based ethics.
According to the principles of virtue-based ethics, character is more
important than actions.
According to the principles of virtue-based ethics, rules are used to evaluate
actions.
According to the principles of virtue-based ethics, right and wrong are
assessed using culture as a guide.
According to the principles of virtue-based ethics, the consequences of
actions are very important.
CONCEPT
Virtue-Based Ethics
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