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15 questions were answered correctly. 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. CONCEPT The Philosophical Approach to Inquiry 4 Which of the following statements reflects subjectivism? Dennis says that morality depends on the situation. Dennis says that morality is a personal choice. Dennis says that morality is universal. Dennis says that morality is dictated by a person's culture. CONCEPT Categorizing Ethical Theories 5 Which of the following is a philosophical question? On average, how many babies are born a day? What is the average top speed of a cheetah? How do we define what counts as art? Would you rather see a movie or a play? CONCEPT Philosophical and Non-Philosophical Inquiry 6 Because she is a teacher who works with children, Yuki is required by law to report suspected abuse. One day a student says that his dad frequently hits him after having a drink. Despite the boy's insistence that it's a secret, Yuki informs the school office, which calls the authorities. Yuki's decision constitutes a(n) action. supererogatory impermissible obligatory neutral CONCEPT The Evaluation of Actions 7 Which of the following statements is an example of metaethics? Boy Scouts have a moral obligation to help the elderly cross the street. Kantian deontology is the correct ethical theory. Most people believe in some form of utilitarianism. Killing whales is always wrong, no matter the reasoning. CONCEPT Branches of Ethics 8 [Show More]

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