chapter 1 Flashcards
Define Ethics
the study and practice of the right conduct in human relationships, how we should live
Define principles
the basic truth, ideas or standards of a course conduct
what is a value?
beliefs or opinion about matters that we individually or collectively decide are beneficial, desirable and important
what does tyranny of the majority mean?
a majority is not enough to ensure that an action isright or ethical
T OR F
we must make the choice that is supported by the best reason and then is prepared to explain and defend the choice
TRUE
what are Aristotle 4 primary virtues
- wisdom
- justice
- courage
- self control
T or F
professional and personal ethics values may conflict with each other
TRUE
Define Virtues
virtues are character traits that help someone live well, a family or moral values
what is Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics?
- cultivating the virtues leads to eudaimonia ( a well-lived happy life)
What are the two types of virtues?
- intellectual
2. moral
What is the purpose of Mills Utilitarian theory?
- how much it contributes to the good of the majority
What can an ethical problem or dilemma be defined as
- a situation in which you are unsure of the right course of action to follow
- tempting to choose the wrong course of action
