Phil 186 Quiz 15

One morally assesses a professional code of ethics by assessing the cost of compliance. Correct!

False

The basic function of a professional code of ethics is to outline the education required for particular professions, to provide a standard for teaching and discipline, and to guide the behavior of members in difficult situations.

False

The moral of the Virginia Tech Case study is that looking out for your best interest is sometimes in the best interest of everyone else. Correct!

False

What are the three features of a profession?

Members have a good deal of autonomy, the professions themselves are dedicated to the common good, and they have a professional code of ethics.

According to James Kouzes and Barry Posner what are the five essential features of good leaders?

Model the way, inspire a shared vision, challenge the process, enable others to act, encourage the heart.

What is a professional code of ethics?

These are rules of conduct for members of particular professions and they are often written down, but sometimes they are merely implicit.

What is the basic function of a professional code of ethics?

To provide a shared view of moral standards for particular professions, to provide a standard for teaching and discipline, and to guide the behavior of members in difficult situations.

One morally assess a professional code of ethics by, among other things, appeal to its centrality to the furtherance of a particular institution and the utility of that institution, and on other moral grounds (e.g. respect, care, virtue).

True

The three features of a profession are: Members have a good deal of autonomy, the professions themselves are dedicated to the common good, and they have a professional code of ethics.

True

To live with personal integrity is to live with courage and conviction based on careful reflection, informed and respectful exchanges with others, and careful research into the situation you are facing.

True