UNIT 1 MILESTONE
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15 Multiple choice questions
Term
Many people confuse topics of religion, social etiquette, and law with ethical topics.
Select the example related to law.
Is it her place to make decisions for her parents?
A graduate student spends several hours in the library reading different people's opinions
on a particular ethical issue.
The goal of ethics is to search for truths in order to be a better person.
I am the only insured driver, so my daughter cannot drive the rental car.
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Term
Which of the following statements reflects objectivism?
The goal of ethics is to search for truths in order to be a better person.
The same ethical standards apply to all cultures.
Philosophy improves understanding of argumentation.
Kantian deontology is the correct ethical theory.
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Term
Which of the following considerations is relevant to a person whose elderly parents are sick but
refuse to make an appointment at the doctor?
The same ethical standards apply to all cultures.
Is it her place to make decisions for her parents?
Philosophy improves understanding of argumentation.
Kantian deontology is the correct ethical theory.
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Which of the following statements about philosophy is true?
Philosophy improves understanding of argumentation.
The goal of ethics is to search for truths in order to be a better person.
The same ethical standards apply to all cultures.
Philosophy is concerned with seeking and recognizing knowledge.
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Which of the following is an argument?
The goal of ethics is to search for truths in order to be a better person.
A graduate student spends several hours in the library reading different people's opinions
on a particular ethical issue.
Janet studies every day and takes notes in class. She will probably do well in the class for
that reason.
Traffic is very heavy today. When traffic is heavy, I take the bus to work. I will take the bus to
work today.
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Term
Which of the following is a philosophical question?
What is the best system of morality?
The same ethical standards apply to all cultures.
Philosophy improves understanding of argumentation.
Kantian deontology is the correct ethical theory.
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Term
Which of the following is a benefit of philosophy?
Kantian deontology is the correct ethical theory.
Supererogatory
Strong inductive
Philosophy improves understanding of argumentation.
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Term
Russ plays the bassoon. Most bassoon players can easily learn the saxophone. It's therefore likely
that Russ could easily learn the saxophone.
Strong inductive
Descriptive ethics
Weak inductive
Supererogatory
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Term
Which of the following statements is true of ethics?
The same ethical standards apply to all cultures.
Traffic is very heavy today. When traffic is heavy, I take the bus to work. I will take the bus to
work today.
The goal of ethics is to search for truths in order to be a better person.
Philosophy is concerned with seeking and recognizing knowledge.
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Term
An argument is valid, and its premises are true.
Which of the following terms best describes the argument?
Valid
Sound
Strong
Cogent
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Term
Consider the following argument:
Mortgage rates are at an all time low. (
It is therefore a good time to buy a home. (
Also, property values have been increasing over the last five years, and (
a number of new homes in my neighborhood are for sale.
Which of the four numbered statements is the conclusion?
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Term
Which of the following statements is an example of metaethics?
Sound
Supererogatory
Philosophy improves understanding of argumentation.
Kantian deontology is the correct ethical theory.
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Term
Which of the following actions represents the step, "Identify positions on the question"?
Traffic is very heavy today. When traffic is heavy, I take the bus to work. I will take the bus to
work today.
A graduate student spends several hours in the library reading different people's opinions
on a particular ethical issue.
Janet studies every day and takes notes in class. She will probably do well in the class for
that reason.
The goal of ethics is to search for truths in order to be a better person.
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Which of the following is a deductive argument?
Traffic is very heavy today. When traffic is heavy, I take the bus to work. I will take the bus to
work today.
Janet studies every day and takes notes in class. She will probably do well in the class for
that reason.
The goal of ethics is to search for truths in order to be a better person.
A graduate student spends several hours in the library reading different people's opinions
on a particular ethical issue.
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Term
Ricardo and Monica volunteered to serve food at their church picnic during the 8-10 AM shift. At
the end of their shift, they noticed that the kitchen was still pretty busy, so they continued to help
through the next shift.
Most people would likely say their decision is an example of a(n) __________ action.
imperative
normative
supererogatory
descriptive
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