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Q: Habits are considered: a. Intense life experiences b. Unpleasant aspects of the self c. Inner life, meaningful work, community d. Voluntary routines or practices

Q: Values are considered to be: a. Guiding principles b. Positive moral traits c. Unpleasant aspects of self d. A personal calling

Q: Positive psychologists define virtues as: a. Guiding principles b. Positive moral traits c. A personal calling d. Intense life experiences

Q: Cam believes arriving to work 15 minutes early is extremely important to his work ethic. What value is Cam exercising? a. Budget skills b. Creativity c. Avoidance d. Responsibility

Q: Justin struggles with enjoying his job. Which option would NOT be a positive step of action for him to increase his job satisfaction? a. Evaluate if his skills and interests are a good fit for the position b. Get feedback from his boss or colleague about his strengths and weaknesses c. Complain to his supervisor about his work environment d. Identify if this job could be an opportunity for growth for his future calling

Q: In the book, "bad apples" and "bad barrels" are referred to as: a. Failed equipment; failed plans b. Organized people; organized function c. Unethical people; unethical organizations d. Bad fruit; bad equipment

Q: Provide examples of li in business relationships.

Q: How do good habits build good character?

Q: Explain the Golden Mean.

Q: Name and explain the two major tenets of Kant's moral philosophy.

Q: How does stepping behind the veil of ignorance improve ethical decision-making?

Q: Name and explain the two principles of Justice as Fairness theory?

Q: Name the five components of the ethic of care that separate it from other moral philosophies.

Q: Explain the difference between Act and Rule Utilitarianism.

Q: The term "eudemonia" can be translated as "flourishing." a. True b. False

Q: Utilitarianism is a deontological approach to ethics. a. True b. False

Q: Aristotle lays out specific rules for making ethical decisions. a. True b. False

Q: Confucianism emphasizes the importance of character to building healthy relationships. a. True b. False

Q: Confucian thinkers downplay the importance of power and status. a. True b. False

Q: Respect for persons is the foundation of human rights. a. True b. False

Q: Justice as Fairness theory protects the intrinsic value of individuals. a. True b. False

Q: Justice as Fairness theory balances freedom and liberty. a. True b. False

Q: According to the Categorical Imperative, acts can be judged as moral or immoral based on their consequences. a. True b. False

Q: Care appears to be a universal value. a. True b. False

Q: In focusing on what's best for the group as a whole, Utilitarianism discounts the worth of the individual. a. True b. False

Q: The ________________ was developed as an alternative to male-oriented approaches to ethics.

Q: The _________________ describes choosing the moral middle ground between extremes.

Q: _______________________________ describes routine altruistic acts that increase productivity and build trusting relationships in the workplace.

Q: According to Immanuel Kant, "treating humanity as an end" means treating people with _____________.

Q: Philosopher John Rawls argued that members of a democratic society should step behind a veil of _________________ when making ethical choices

Q: According to the ______________ rule, the best choice is the alternative that guarantees everyone a minimum level of benefits.

Q: Ethical _________________ means applying multiple ethical approaches to solve the same problem.

Q: Which ethical perspective is likely to overemphasize relationships?a. Aristotelian ethicsb. Confucian ethicsc. Utilitarianismd. Kant's Categorical Imperative

Q: What is NOT a key element of Confucianism? a. Relationships b. Etiquette (policies, norms, & procedures) c. Personal virtues d. Risk

Q: Which ethical perspective emphasizes choices based on duty? a. Kant's Categorical Imperative b. Confucianism c. Justice as Fairness Theory d. Utilitarianism

Q: The importance of etiquette (policies, norms, procedures, rituals, etc.) is associated with which ethical perspective? a. Justice as Fairness Theory b. Aristotelian ethics c. Altruism d. Confucianism

Q: The "Golden Mean" is identified with which ethical perspective? a. Confucianism b. Aristotelian ethics c. Utilitarianism d. Kant's Categorical Imperative

Q: Which of the following was NOT included in Rawls' equal liberties? a. Freedom of speech and thought b. Right to vote c. Freedom to own personal property d. Freedom to profit from the highest gains possible

Q: Who declared "what is right for one is right for all"? a. Immanuel Kant b. John Rawls c. Jeremy Bentham d. John Stuart Mill

Q: What is the goal for utilitarianism? a. Maximize profits b. Maximize the good effects or outcomes of decisions c. Pursue what is best for one's self d. Define personal goals and virtues

Q: Why should you practice ethical pluralism? a. Find a better solution to a dilemma b. Integrate multiple perspectives c. New insights for better decision-making d. All of the above

Q: Which of the following is considered strength of altruism? a. Promotes character b. Prevents ethical abuses c. Recognizes that altruism is common d. All of the above

Q: All of the following are components of the Care Ethic EXCEPT: a. Value emotions b. Separate the public and private spheres c. Specific needs over universal principles d. People are interdependent

Q: Which approach is based on concern for specific individuals? a. Ethic of care b. Utilitarianism c. Justice as Fairness d. None of the above

Q: The ethic of care is associated with which ethical perspective? a. Aristotelian Ethics b. Confucianism c. Altruism d. Categorical Imperative

Q: All of the following are examples of organizational citizenship behavior EXCEPT: a. Staying after hours to help a colleague b. Teaching a newcomer about office procedures c. Showing up on time for work everyday d. Volunteering to clean up after the office party

Q: ______________ is the Chinese practice of favoring those with social connections. a. Guanxi b. Li c. Etiquette d. None of the above

Q: All of the following are true statements about Confucianism EXCEPT: a. Advocates for the Golden Rule b. Promotes personal virtue or character c. Emphasizes that people are social creatures d. Forbids making a profit

Q: What is the most important virtue according to Confucius? a. Benevolence b. Persistence c. Friendliness d. Discernment

Q: What is a true statement about altruism? a. People are naturally selfish b. Easy to put into practice c. Promotes healthy organizations d. Can be counted on to always produce good results

Q: According to Aristotle, happiness comes from a. Pleasure b. Wealth c. Living well on our own d. Fulfilling our purpose

Q: Which is a true statement about Aristotelian ethics? a. Make the right choices by following rules or principles b. Seek pleasure c. It is easy to find the ethical middle ground d. Build character through good habits

Q: Juanita sets limits on how much her employees use work computers for personal business. However, she does not completely ban personal use. She is following which ethical principle? a. The Golden Mean b. The Golden Rule c. What is right for one is right for all d. The Difference Principle

Q: A boss bullying an employee is violating which ethical principle? a. The Golden Mean b. The Golden Rule c. Treating humanity as an end d. None of the above

Q: _____________ serves as the foundation for moral rights. a. Justice as fairness b. Categorical imperative c. Ethic of care d. Aristotelian

Q: The Categorical Imperative has been criticized for: a. Being hard to remember b. Disrespecting the rights of individuals c. Undermining the moral courage of decision makers d. Arguing that universal principles apply in every situation

Q: Which theorist is associated with Justice as Fairness theory? a. Immanuel Kant b. John Rawls c. Jeremy Bentham d. John Stuart Mill

Q: Which ethical perspective argues that decisions should be based on what does the most good for the greatest number of people? a. Categorical Imperative b. Confucianism c. Utilitarianism d. Altruism

Q: How do ethical experts differ from ethical novices?

Q: Describe and explain each of the myths or barriers to ethical change.

Q: Define organizational ethics.

Q: What would you say to someone who believes that adopting high ethical standards is too costly?

Q: Becoming an ethical expert is similar to becoming an expert in other fields. a. True b. False

Q: Ethics involves judgments about the rightness or wrongness of human behavior. a. True b. False

Q: Status and power differences are part of every interaction between organizational members. a. True b. False

Q: In organizations, ethical choices are rare. a. True b. False

Q: Ethical values and standards are set in childhood. a. True b. False

Q: In the ______________________ myth, organizational members mistakenly believe that improving ethical performance is easy.

Q: _____________________ involves the managerial skills needed to build ethical organizational environments.

Q: _____________ are sets of expectations, responsibilities, and duties associated with organizational positions.

Q: _____________ involves judgments about the rightness or wrongness of human behavior.

Q: Which of the following is a cognitive decision-making skill or competency? a. Moral courage b. Moral sensitivity c. Moral reasoning d. Exercising business citizenship

Q: Alyssa strongly desires to become more ethical. She is demonstrating ________________. a. Cognitive decision-making competence b. Affective pre-behavioral disposition competence c. Context management competence d. None of the above

Q: Communication networks are part of which organizational element? a. Socially constructed b. Goal directed c. Systems d. Structured interaction

Q: All of the following are part of becoming an ethical expert EXCEPT: a. Practice b. Study only on your own c. Master both theory and skills d. Gain experience

Q: Which of the following is a myth or barrier to ethical transformation? a. The belief that values and standards are set for good in childhood b. Organizational ethics is a fad c. Ethical change is easy d. All of the above

Q: _________ refers to the fact that organizations are greater than the sum of their parts. a. Hierarchy b. Synergy c. Socially constructed d. None of the above

Q: To become an ethical expert a. Learn in a well structured environment b. Practice ethical problem solving c. Learn from previous ethical experts d. All of the above

Q: All of the following are elements of the definition of organizations EXCEPT: a. Three or more people b. Goal directed c. Unstructured interaction d. Socially constructed

Q: Give examples of improper ways to learning a trade secret under the Uniform Trade Secrets Act. Give an example of a way that is not considered improper or wrong.