Five sources of ethical standards Flashcards
1
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What is the utilitarian approach?
A
the greatest balance of good over harm
2
Q
What is the Rights Approach?
A
Individuals have the right to have their moral rights protected and right to be told the truth.
3
Q
What is the Fairness of Justice Approach?
A
Ethical action is equal for all, or if not, then fair for some.
4
Q
What is the Common Good approach?
A
Ethical actions embrace the welfare (common good) of all.
5
Q
What is the virtue approach?
A
Ethics are habits to act accordingly as persons who are virtuous.
