#2 Ethics & Ethical Perspectives Flashcards
1
Q
what is an ethical dilemma?
A
situations where there is a choice to be made neither solves the situation in an ethically acceptable fashion
- no “perfect” solution to ethical problems
- ethics is “essentially contested”
2
Q
what is the definition of ethics?
A
the critical study of the value judgements we make about personal conduct and character
3
Q
what is the definition of value judgement?
A
the importance we attach to some thing or person
4
Q
what is the definition of ethical values?
A
when these values in question concern interpersonal conduct character
5
Q
what is rank ordering ethical values?
A
differences between our ethical values which makes us choose between our values
6
Q
what are the 4 ethical theories?
A
1) virtue ethics (character)
2) relativism (group + cultural norms)
3) utilitarianism (consequences)
4) kantian ethics (motives or intent)
