Chapter 6 Flashcards
Ethics is __________________.
well-rounded standards of right and wrong
AND
the study and development of one’s ethical standards
Journalists should develop their own ethical standards.
True
British philosopher W.D. Ross, developed a moral framework based on the idea that our ___________ can tell us what our duties are (what we ought to do).
intuition
Which of the following is NOT a description of prima facie duties?
secondary to other things we must do
You must do the perfect duties.
True
Honesty is an imperfect duty because it is less important than the perfect duties.
False
Although the duties aren’t ranked, ________________ usually overrides all the others.
nonmaleficence
Which of the following is NOT one of the ethical theories included in W.D. Ross’ moral framework?
religious ethics (focus on deity)
Codes of ethics are guidelines that assist media professionals to make decisions when they face ethical conflicts.
True
The best way to solve an ethical conflict is to listen to what your gut tells you.
False
Journalists have an obligation to exercise their personal __________________.
conscience
The internet has eliminated ethical errors in news.
False
Many journalists consider ____________________ the most important aspect of their job.
Credibility
Before newsrooms truly become diverse, they must include _____________ diversity.
Intellectual
The journalist’s primary allegiance is to the _________________.
Citizens
