Business 102 Milestone 3 Exam_ Latest
1
Karl receives a call from the local police, who are concerned that his son may be
growing and distributing an illegal (but not dangerous) drug. Karl knows this suspicion to
be true. If he admits it to the police, his son will be arrested, and their family’s name will
be tarnished. If he lies, the police will assume the tip they got was false and go away.
Most people are split on this issue. How might it be evaluated by a
utilitarian?
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Karl’s lying is morally right because he has an obligation to protect his son, even if his
son’s actions cause harm to others.
•
Karl’s lying is morally wrong because his obligation to the state is more important than
his son staying out of trouble, even though it would bring about no benefit for the state.
•
Karl’s lying is morally right because keeping his son out of trouble and his family’s
reputation clear will bring about more happiness than if his son is arrested.
•
Karl’s lying is morally wrong because it is sinful to lie, even when the consequences are
less than desirable.
CONCEPT
Applying Utilitarianism
2
When a utilitarian evaluates an action, which of the following is
most important?
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The action's total effects on everyone
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The action's effects on the agent
•
The action's rejection by society
•
The action's inherent sinfulness
CONCEPT
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, Utilitarianism
3
Which of the following represents a potential problem for Kantian
deontology?
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A person can treat other people as means to an end without respect for them.
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A person who feels at ease with his or her actions can make them right.
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A person in one place is subject to different rules than a person elsewhere.
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A person who tries and fails to murder someone is just as guilty as someone who
succeeds.
CONCEPT
Problems with Kantian Deontology
4
Which of the following people would likely be satisfied with Kantian
deontology?
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Hank is looking for an ethical system that will put him most ahead.
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Houghton is looking for an ethical system that is relative.
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Helen is looking for an ethical framework that respects the freedom of others.
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Henrietta is looking for an ethical system that weighs the odds of certain consequences.
CONCEPT
Support for Kantian Deontology
5
Jimmy is a nurse who cares for the aging Mr. Buckner in New York City. Mr.
Buckner is a very wealthy man who has saved a lot of money over the years.
One day, Mr. Buckner takes Jimmy aside and tells him that he has decided
what to do with his money after he dies. Mr. Buckner tells Jimmy that he
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1
Karl receives a call from the local police, who are concerned that his son may be
growing and distributing an illegal (but not dangerous) drug. Karl knows this suspicion to
be true. If he admits it to the police, his son will be arrested, and their family’s name will
be tarnished. If he lies, the police will assume the tip they got was false and go away.
Most people are split on this issue. How might it be evaluated by a
utilitarian?
•
Karl’s lying is morally right because he has an obligation to protect his son, even if his
son’s actions cause harm to others.
•
Karl’s lying is morally wrong because his obligation to the state is more important than
his son staying out of trouble, even though it would bring about no benefit for the state.
•
Karl’s lying is morally right because keeping his son out of trouble and his family’s
reputation clear will bring about more happiness than if his son is arrested.
•
Karl’s lying is morally wrong because it is sinful to lie, even when the consequences are
less than desirable.
CONCEPT
Applying Utilitarianism
2
When a utilitarian evaluates an action, which of the following is
most important?
•
The action's total effects on everyone
•
The action's effects on the agent
•
The action's rejection by society
•
The action's inherent sinfulness
CONCEPT
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, Utilitarianism
3
Which of the following represents a potential problem for Kantian
deontology?
•
A person can treat other people as means to an end without respect for them.
•
A person who feels at ease with his or her actions can make them right.
•
A person in one place is subject to different rules than a person elsewhere.
•
A person who tries and fails to murder someone is just as guilty as someone who
succeeds.
CONCEPT
Problems with Kantian Deontology
4
Which of the following people would likely be satisfied with Kantian
deontology?
•
Hank is looking for an ethical system that will put him most ahead.
•
Houghton is looking for an ethical system that is relative.
•
Helen is looking for an ethical framework that respects the freedom of others.
•
Henrietta is looking for an ethical system that weighs the odds of certain consequences.
CONCEPT
Support for Kantian Deontology
5
Jimmy is a nurse who cares for the aging Mr. Buckner in New York City. Mr.
Buckner is a very wealthy man who has saved a lot of money over the years.
One day, Mr. Buckner takes Jimmy aside and tells him that he has decided
what to do with his money after he dies. Mr. Buckner tells Jimmy that he
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